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bordetella pertussis, pcr
Synonyms:  
Computer Code: BPERD
Specimen Collection: Nasopharyngeal swab, using a Bordetella collection swab. 
Minimum Volume:  
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Maintain at room temperature. 
Reference Values: Negative  
Lab Code: MIC 
Requisition: MOL DIAG See Test Requisition 14
Test Frequency: 3x/week 
Routine TAT: 3-4 days 
Stat TAT: NA 
CPT Code(s): 87798 
LCD or NCD:  
Methodology Used: 31
See Addendum XVII

Albany Medical Center
43 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY, 12208
Date: 05/23/2013
Time: 16:52:22 (24hr)