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LEGIONELLA URINARY ANTIGEN
MessageQualitative screen for Legionella pneumophilia serogroup 1 antigen in urine specimens
Test Code
LEGAGU
CPT Codes
87449
Preferred Specimen
Urine
Minimum Volume
0.5 ml
Instructions
Collect urine in standard container.
Tubes with Boric Acid are also acceptable
Tubes with Boric Acid are also acceptable
Transport Container
Leak proof sterile containter, or Boric Acid preserved specimens
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature
Methodology
Immunochromato-graphic test for Legionella pneumophilia serogroup 1 antigen in urine
Setup Schedule
when received
Report Available
1 hour
Limitations
The use of specimens other than urine has not been validated
Last Updated: November 28, 2023