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0070322
Legionella pneumophila Antigen, Urine
LEGAG-U
Ordering Recommendation
Provide retrospective evidence of suspected Legionella pneumophila infection.
New York DOH Approval Status
This test is New York state approved.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation
Collect
Random urine.
Specimen Preparation
Mix specimen well. Transfer 4 mL urine to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 1 mL)
Storage/Transport Temperature
Refrigerated.
Unacceptable Conditions
Specimens in preservatives.
Remarks
Stability
Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: 2 weeks
Methodology
Qualitative Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay
Performed
Sun-Sat
Reported
Within 24 hours
Reference Interval
Negative
Interpretive Data
This assay detects Legionella pneumophila serogroup one (1) antigen. A negative test result does not rule out the possibility of Legionella infection due to other serogroups or species of Legionella. A positive result may indicate a recent or remote infection with serogroup 1.
Compliance Category
FDA
Note
Hotline History
N/A
CPT Codes
87449
Components
| Component Test Code* | Component Chart Name | LOINC |
|---|---|---|
| 0070322 | Legionella pneumophila Ag, Urine | 6447-7 |
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Aliases
- Legionella Antigen, Urine
- Legionella Urinary Antigen
- Urine Legionella antigen
Legionella pneumophila Antigen, Urine
