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Culture, Legionella

Test Code
CULTURE,LEGIONELLA


Alias/See Also
Legionella Culture
 


Preferred Specimen
Bronchial alveolar lavage(BAL), Bronchial brush, Bronchial biopsy, Bronchial wash, Sputum, Induced sputum


Minimum Volume

2.0mls


Transport Container
Sterile container


Transport Temperature
Room temperature: ≤ 2 hours


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: ≤ 24 hours


Setup Schedule
Daily


Report Available

TAT
48 hours to 14 days


Reference Range

No Legionella isolated


Performing Laboratory
Test performed in the West Roxbury Microbiology Laboratory
Contact: Scott Connolly 857-203-5954


Last Updated: August 18, 2022


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