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HelpTest ID NBLD0274 Bordetella Pertussis/Parapertussis Nucleic Acid Detection
AKA
B Pert
Whooping cough
Specimen Type/Requirements
Red top (NP Swab in 3 mL Universal Viral Transport Media) tube - Nasopharyngeal Swab
Leave swab in media.
Nasopharyngeal Collection Instructions
Do NOT use calcium alginate swabs or wooden shafted swabs for collection of NP swab.
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | Not Acceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Additional Information
The Bordetella Nucleic Acid test allows for qualitative detection of Bordetella pertussis and Bordetella parapertussis nucleic acid.
Methodology
Polyermase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Bismarck
CPT
87798(2)
Coverage Limitations
This test has limited coverage – please submit Commercial Insurance Patient Waiver (Non-Medicare) if applicable.