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Test ID NBLD0232 LEGIONELLA ANTIGEN, URINE

Specimen Type/Requirements

Urine

Specimen Volume

0.5 mL

Performed Test Frequency

Monday-Sunday

Methodology

Immunochromatographic assay

CPT

87450

Container Type

Sterile container

Minimum Volume

0.25 mL

Stability

Room Temp: 24 hours
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: >14 days

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Instructions

Antigen excretion may begin as early as 3 days after onset
of symptoms and persist for up to 1 year afterwards.