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Bordetella Pertussis / Parapertussis PCR
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This test was developed and its performance characteristics have been determined by CompuNet Clinical Laboratories. It has not been cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary. This test is used for clinical purposes. It should not be regarded as investigational or for research. This lab is certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) as qualified to perform high complexity testing.
This test was developed and its performance characteristics have been determined by CompuNet Clinical Laboratories. It has not been cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary. This test is used for clinical purposes. It should not be regarded as investigational or for research. This lab is certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) as qualified to perform high complexity testing.
Test Code
BORPCR
Alias/See Also
74258
CPT Codes
87798(2)
Preferred Specimen
VTM
Minimum Volume
1 VTM
1 culturette swab
0.5 mL aspirate or wash
1 culturette swab
0.5 mL aspirate or wash
Transport Container
Nasopharyngeal Mini-Tip Swab (orange cap)
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Specimen Stability
Room Temperature = 2 days
Refrigerated = 7 days
Frozen = unacceptable
Refrigerated = 7 days
Frozen = unacceptable
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Due to internal control inhibition, Amies Charcoal media swabs are not acceptable.
Methodology
REAL-TIME PCR UTILIZING PRIMERS AND FLUORESCENT PROBES
Setup Schedule
Sunday - Saturday
MD
MD
Report Available
48 hours
Performing Laboratory
CompuNet Clinical Laboratories, LLC
2308 Sandridge Drive
Moraine, OH 45439
Last Updated: November 19, 2021
