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LEGIONELLA URINARY ANTIGEN(B)
MessageSENDOUT/BOSTON
Test Code
LEG AG-UA
Preferred Specimen
URINE
Minimum Volume
2mL
Instructions
COLLECT RANDOM URINE SAMPLE IN A STERILE CONTAINER PROVIDED BY PHYSICIAN'S OFFICE OR LAB, AND SEND TO LAB.
Transport Container
STERILE CONTAINER- YELLOW BD URINE TUBE
Transport Temperature
REFRIGERATED
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 24 hours
Refrigerated (2-8°C): 14 days
Freeze at -20°C or colder if not tested within 14 days.
Refrigerated (2-8°C): 14 days
Freeze at -20°C or colder if not tested within 14 days.
Methodology
Immunochromatographic
Setup Schedule
DAILY
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: Robert Boc, 857-203-5941
Additional Information
LEGIONELLA URINE
