Legionella Culture
| Test Name |
Legionella Culture |
|---|---|
| Alternate Name(s) | |
| Laboratory Module |
Microbiology |
| Ordering Mnemonic |
LEG |
| Specimen Type |
Lower respiratory tract specimens such as;
|
| Collection Container |
Sterile Container |
| Container Information | |
| Collection Information |
Specimen should be collected during the acute phage of illness. |
| Test Schedule |
Daily |
| Routine Turnaround Time | Final: 2-14 days |
| Critical Values |
As growth or antigen is detected and identified the information is made available to the health care provider. |
| Lab Process Notes | |
| Storage and Transport |
Specimen should be transported to laboratory as soon as possible after collection. Specimen should be stored at 2-8°C after receipt in laboratory. |
| Test Referred To |
Offsite, Referral Laboratory |
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