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Bordetella pertussis/parapertussis DNA, Qualitative Real-Time PCR
MessageCollect 1 of the samples below following standard collection proceduresNasopharyngeal swab in VCM/UTM media- Collection of both nostrils is recommended but not requiredNasopharyngeal swab in Liquid Amies(eSwab)- Collection of both nostrils is recommended but not required
Test Code
LAB9342 BORPC
Alias/See Also
BORPC
CPT Codes
87798| 87798| 87798
Includes
@BKRCERMSGREFRESH(2302793)@ @BKRCERMSGREFRESH(2302794)@
Instructions
Transport Temperature: Refrigerated Stability: Ambient: 48 HoursRefrigerated : 7 DaysFrozen: 30 Days Causes for Rejection: Collection tubes with Amies gelMedia containing charcoalSamples collected using cotton or calcium alginate tipped swabs or rigid shaft swabs
Report Available
4-Days
Clinical Significance
1230170924
Last Updated: May 18, 2026