Whooping Cough
8 days
Real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR)
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PCR test for rapid detection of pertussis and parapertussis. Used in diagnosing whooping cough.
Nasopharyngeal (NP) swab throat swab (dacron or rayon) or nasopharyngeal aspirate/wash
One NP/throat swab or 0.5 mL nasal aspirate/wash
Option 1 ( preferred ): Flocked NP swab submitted dry in plastic transport sleeve, Option 2 ( alternate ): NP swab submitted in charcoal-containing transport media, Option 3 ( alternate ): NP/throat swab submitted in universal transport media (UTM), Option 4 ( alternate ): NP wash/aspirate submitted in sterile container
No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.
This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 5 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |