Legionella Species Culture (LABCORP)

Test Code
1231100275


Alias/See Also
LAB902: Legionella Culture | LABCORP EAP: 086868


CPT Codes
87070x1

Preferred Specimen
LABCORP LAB: STERILE CUP (Refrigerated) Min Vol: N/A


Transport Temperature
Specimen Type: Container: Sterile leakproof specimen container Storage: Refrigerate at 2(degrees)C to 8 (degrees)C. Special Instructions: Not Available Specimen Collection: Sputum specimens are not recommended. Method: Direct or indirect fluorescent antibody (DFA) Stability Room Temp: Not Available Refrigerated: Not Available Frozen: Not Available


Report Available
LABCORP LAB
STAT: 5760 min
Routine: 5760 min
Extended TAT: No TAT min
Timed: 5760 min
Life or Death: 5760 min



Last Updated: March 6, 2023


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