B. Pertussis (Whooping Cough) Culture
Phlebotomy Requirements
It is advised that samples should only be taken by staff who have been trained in taking these samples
Collection
Per-nasal swab
Sample container
Swabs available on demand from the Microbiology Laboratory Please call 0300 303 5299
Site
Ipswich & Colchester
Notes
Diagnosis of infection with Bordetella pertussis. Positive cultures will be referred to the reference laboratory at Colindale for confirmation. It is advised that samples should only be taken by staff who have been trained in taking these samples
