Test Order Name - Bordetella Culture for Identification
Methodology - Culture, real time PCR
Acceptable Specimen Type(s) for Testing - Pure isolates
Transport / Collection Medium - Transport on sealed Regan-Lowe medium (plated).
Storage and Preservation of Specimen - Refrigerate (2 to 8°C) until transported to the laboratory. Transport refrigerated
Minimum Volume Required - None
Additional Collection Instructions - None
Additional Required Information - Laboratory identification results, laboratory findings, and patient clinical history required.
Send Out? - Yes
Turnaround Time - Up to 8 weeks
Testing Restrictions - Patient clinical history required.