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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

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