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Test Code LEGPCR Legionella spp. PCR

Important Note

Note: Transportation and storage should be at 2-5° C if more than a several hour delay is anticipated before the specimen can be plated.

Methodology

Legionella spp. assay by PCR is a qualitative in vitro diagnostic test for the rapid detection of the Legionella spp 16S gene.

Specimen Requirements

SUBMIT ONLY 1 OF THE FOLLOWING SPECIMENS:

 

BAL 

Container/Tube: Sterile container(s), #6004913

Specimen Volume: 2 mL (minimum volume: 0.5 mL)

Collection Instructions:

1. Collect in a sterile container and transport to the laboratory promptly at room temperature.

 

SPUTUM

Container/Tube: Sterile container(s), #6004913

Specimen Volume: 2 mL (minimum volume: 0.5 mL)

Collection Instructions:

1. Collect in a sterile container and transport to the laboratory promptly at room temperature.


BODY FLUID

Container/Tube: Sterile container(s), #6004913

Specimen Volume: 2 mL (minimum volume: 0.5 mL)

Collection Instructions:

1. Collect in a sterile container and transport to the laboratory promptly at room temperature.

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Friday

Batched Daily

Maximum Laboratory Time

24 hours

Specimen Stability

 

Specimen Type Temperature Time
Sputum Refrigerated 14 days
     
     

Reference Values

Negative

Performing Laboratory

Logan Health Medical Center Laboratory

Test Classification and CPT Coding

87798