Legionella Pneumophilia by DFA (LEGION DFA)
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| Synonyms:
| Legionella antigen; FA smear for Legionella pneumophilia |
| Specimen: | Lung biopsy, lung exudate, pleural fluid, transtracheal aspirate, sputum, bronchial washing.
1 mL lung exudate or 1 cc lung biopsy. Contamination with normal flora from skin or other body surfaces should be avoided. Transport specimen in a sterile leak proof container to the laboratory as soon as possible.
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| Volume: | 1 mL exudate or 1 cc lung biopsy |
| Minimum Volume: | 1 mL or 1 cc |
| Collection: | Refrigerate at 4°C. |
| Rejection Criteria: | Swab specimen; inappropriate specimen transport device; improper labeling; specimen received after prolonged delay; improper labeling. |
| Reference Range: | See report |
| Methodology: | Direct fluorescent antibody (DFA) |
| Test Use: | Determine the presence of Legionella pneumophila organisms in direct FA smear of specimen , providing rapid diagnosis |
| Additional Information: | No Additional Information Listed |
| Testing Includes: | Specimen sent to LabCorp; LabCorp test # 085506. |
| Testing Facility: | LabCorp |