Description
Use:
Bordetella pertussis is the causative organism for whooping cough disease. A real-time DNA PCR is the last step in confirmation of this infection which produces severe cough lasting almost 60-100 days.
Recommended For:
Confirming diagnosis of whooping cough.
Special Notes:
No special preparation is necessary prior to blood sample collection.
Tests Included:
Quest
Bordetella pertussis/parapertussis DNA, Qualitative, Real-Time PCR (11365)
Estimated Turn Around For Results:
2-10 Business Days
For an exact turnaround time for results, please contact us at Personalabs and we will contact the lab on your behalf as turnaround times vary depending on testing location or lab testing provider.
