Microbiology
| Full details for "Bordetella pertussis culture". | |
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Name |
Bordetella pertussis culture |
Alternative name/Profile |
Bordetella pertussis / Whooping cough |
Department |
Microbiology |
Investigation |
Bordetella pertussis culture |
Specimen type |
Perinasal swab |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
Perinasal charcoal swab |
Frequency of analysis |
Daily |
Turnaround time |
7 days |
Availability |
Monday - Friday |
Notes |
Specimens sent to Our Lady's Children's Hospital Crumlin (OLCHC). If required please contact Laboratory medical staff. Send sample to the laboratory without delay. Sample should be refrigerated if not transported immediately |
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Last updated |
Thu, 13 Mar 2025 07:58:10 GMT |