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Bordetella pertussis Serology
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General
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Clinical Use:
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Diagnostic testing for pertussis. A quantitative pertussis toxin IgG immunoassay is performed. For diagnosis of acute pertussis, a nasopharyngeal swab for B.Pertussis PCR is recommended, together with serology. Acute and convalescent sera may be required to confirm recent infection by demonstrating a significant rise in IgG levels, as levels may be low early in infection. Beyond 3 weeks after symptoms onset, the sensitivity of serology exceeds that of PCR. |
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Availability:
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Samples are batched and tested up to 5 times a week depending on number of requests. |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| Pertussis Serology, Whooping Cough Serology, |
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Code:
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SEBOR |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
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Hyperlink:
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Reference Interval:
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Refer to report or laboratory
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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Serum Sep. Tube-SST (GOLD), |
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Sample Type:
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See container |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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3mL |
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Collection Instructions:
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Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Serum, no gel (RED) |
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Processing Instructions:
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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250uL |
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Stability:
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14 days chilled |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Section
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Department
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Site
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Contact Phone
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| Serology |
Microbiology |
QEII Medical Centre |
6383 4427 |
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Last Updated : 18-12-2024 11:30 |