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Legionella pneumophilia Antibodies (IgG and IgM) (New test)
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Approval req'd? | No |
| Available Stat? | No |
| Test code | LEGAB |
| Test group | Legionella |
| Performed by | Quest |
| Sendout? | Yes |
| Method | IFA |
| Container type | Red top |
| Amount to Collect | 2 mL blood |
| Sample type | Serum |
| Preferred volume | 1 mL serum |
| Min. Volume | 0.5 mL serum |
| Processing notes | Aliquot serum and freeze. Transport to CB frozen. Order Quest test code 37345X. |
| Units | Titer |
| Normal range | Titer < 1:64 |
| Synonyms | Legionnaires disease |
| Stability | Room temperature 2 days, refrigerated 1 week, frozen 2 months. |
| CPT coding | 86713-90 x2 |
| Last Updated | 5/22/2013 1:36:23 PM |
| Entry Number | 1533 |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667