What Is the Specimen of Choice for Recovery of Bordetella

question 16

Multiple Choice

What is the specimen of choice for recovery of Bordetella pertussis?

• A) Sputum specimens
• B) Throat swabs
• C) Nasopharyngeal swabs
• D) Bronchial aspirate

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