Ordering RecommendationRecommendations when to order or not order the test. May include related or preferred tests.
CDC-recommended test for the diagnosis of pertussis. Consider concurrent testing with Bordetella pertussis/parapertussis by PCR (0065080).
MnemonicUnique test identifier.
MC PERT
MethodologyProcess(es) used to perform the test.
Culture/Identification
PerformedDays of the week the test is performed.
Sun-Sat
ReportedExpected turnaround time for a result, beginning when ARUP has received the specimen.
1-8 days Preliminary: as soon as positive detected; Final: Negative at 7 days
New York DOH Approval StatusIndicates test has been approved by the New York State Department of Health.
This test is New York DOH approved.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation
Collect
Nasal aspirate or washing or nasopharyngeal swab.
Specimen Preparation
Aspirate or Washing: Transfer to a sterile container.(Min: 0.5 mL). Nasopharyngeal Swab: Place swab in Regan-Lowe transport media and incubate for 24-48 hours at 35°C (ARUP supply# 24962). Available online through eSupply using ARUP Connect™ or contact ARUP Client Services at (800) 522-2787. Also acceptable: Swab in Jones Kendrick media or Amies with charcoal media, or swabs in described media sent directly without incubation.
Reference IntervalNormal range/expected value(s) for a specific disease state. May also include abnormal ranges.
Culture negative for Bordetella pertussis.
Interpretive DataBackground information for test. May include disease information, patient result explanation, recommendations, details of testing, associated diseases, explanation of possible patient results.
No compliance statements are in use for this test.
NoteAdditional information related to the test.
Bordetella pertussis and Bordetella parapertussis detection by PCR also available (0065080).
CPT CodesThe American Medical Association Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes published in ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory are provided for informational purposes only. The codes reflect our interpretation of CPT coding requirements based upon AMA guidelines published annually. CPT codes are provided only as guidance to assist clients with billing. ARUP strongly recommends that clients confirm CPT codes with their Medicare administrative contractor, as requirements may differ. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. ARUP Laboratories assumes no responsibility for billing errors due to reliance on the CPT codes published.
87081; Identification CPT codes may vary based on method
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AliasesOther names that describe the test. Synonyms.
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