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Laboratory diagnosis and molecular surveillance of Bordetella pertussis

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European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control. Laboratory diagnosis and molecular
surveillance of Bordetella pertussis - Stockholm: ECDC; 2022.
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This guidance document includes an updated summary of diagnostic PCR and serology together with detailed information on isolation, culture, identification and epidemiological typing of B. pertussis to help users choose the best methods within the local technical and financial provisions.

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