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LEGIONELLA AG, urine

Test Code
LEGIONELLA AG, URINE


Preferred Specimen
Random urine


Minimum Volume
2 mL


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 24 hours
Refrigerated (2-8°C): 14 days
Freeze at -20°C or colder if not tested within 14 days.


Methodology
Immunochromatographic

Setup Schedule
Monday - Friday


Report Available
TAT 2 - 4 days


Reference Range
Negative


Clinical Significance
Legionella urinary antigen is useful in conjunction with other laboratory tests in the diagnosis of Legionnaire's Disease. Legionella urinary antigen may be identified for months after recovery.


Performing Laboratory
Test performed in the West Roxbury Immunology Lab
Contact: Cassandra Mota, 857-203-5941


Last Updated: March 20, 2023


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