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.