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HelpTest Code LAB10331 Bordetella pertussis and Bordetella parapertussis PCR
Aliases
Bordetella
Purpose/Principle
The DiaSorin Molecular Simplexa™ Bordetella Direct (Bordetella PCR) assay is an in vitro diagnostic test intended for use on the LIAISON® MDX instrument for the qualitative detection and differentiation of Bordetella pertussis (Bp) and Bordetella parapertussis (Bpp) nucleic acids from nasopharyngeal (NPS) specimens from patients with signs and symptoms of Bordetella infection of the respiratory tract (1).
Performing Section
Microbiology
Specimen Type
Nasopharyngeal Swab:
- Respiratory PCR Swab with UTM*(Default)
*Dry swabs and FLUVID Naris Swabs are not acceptable.)
-Dacron or Flocked swabs in Viral transport
Special Collection Notes
Collect specimen according to standard operating procedure.
Processing Instructions
Store refrigerated and send sample on wet ice via courier.
Temperature
Refrigerated
Sample Stability
Refrigerated: 3 days
TAT
24 hours
Test/Batch Schedule
Monday – Sunday
Method
Diasorin Simplexa
Test Components
Bordetella pertussis
Bordetella parapertussis
Reference Range
Bordetella pertussisNot Detected
Bordetella parapertussis
Not Detected
Additional Notes
Specimen will be rejected if on the incorrect swab or media.
CPT
87798