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Alternative Names:

Whooping Cough Serology
Pertussis Serology

Laboratory:

Microbiology

Test Code:

BDP

Medicare rebatable:

Yes

Specimen Types:

Serum

Container Types:

SST

Adults Volume or Mass:

6 mL

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature

Assay Frequency:

Weekly

External Laboratory:

Royal Children's Hospital Laboratory Services

External Transport Instructions:

Send at 4'C with Ice Pack

Additional Notes:

This test determines the presence of IgG and IgA antibodies against pertussis toxin. It can be used to determine recent infection or vaccination.

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