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HelpTest Code BPDNA B. PERTUSSIS + B. PARAPERTUSSIS PCR
Additional Codes
| Software | Test Code |
|---|---|
| Label Text | BPDNA |
| EPIC | LAB923 |
Performing Laboratory
NorDx Laboratories
Useful For
Clinical assay intended to detect the presence of Bordetella pertussis (whooping cough) and Bordetella parapertussis in respiratory specimens.
Method Name
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
This assay is a lab developed test established by the NorDx Molecular Pathology Laboratory. This laboratory is certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) as qualified to perform high complexity clinical laboratory testing. This test is used for clinical purposes. It should not be regarded as investigational or for research.
Reference Values
Not Detected
Days and Times Test Performed
Monday through Friday
Varies
Report Available
1 Day
Specimen Type
Nasopharyngeal swab
Preferred Container
Any of the following media approved for viral transport:
- UTM,VTM,STM, M4, M5 media
Specimen Collection and Handling
Collect specimen using a flocked swab and place in universal transport medium (UTM) and send refrigerated.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type: Nasopharyngeal, nasal, mid-turbinate swab
Refrigerated: 5 Days
Room Temp: 24 Hours
Note: Universal Transport Media (UTM), Viral Transport Media, M4 Red Swab. Stable 24hrs room temperature.
Add On Capable
Yes
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
No ABN Required
CPT Code Information
|
CPT Code |
CPT Description |
CPT Disclaimer |
|---|---|---|
| 87801 | Infectious agent detection by nucleic acid (DNA or RNA) multiple organisms; amplified probe(s) technique |
Performing Laboratory Location
NorDx Laboratories
Maximum Laboratory Time
5 Days
Rejection Information
Swab submitted in charcoal-containing transport media.
Acceptable Alternative Specimen Type
Nasal Swab
Mid-Turbinate Swab