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HelpTest ID LEGRP Legionella species, Molecular Detection, PCR, Varies
Useful For
Sensitive and rapid diagnosis of pneumonia caused by Legionella species
The assay is not recommended as a test of cure because bacteria nucleic acids may persist after successful treatment.
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
VariesNecessary Information
Specimen source is required.
Specimen Required
The high sensitivity of amplification by polymerase chain reaction requires the specimen to be processed in an environment in which contamination of the specimen by Legionella DNA is unlikely.
Specimen Type: Lower respiratory
Sources: Bronchoalveolar lavage, bronchial aspirate/brushing/lavage/washing, tracheal/endotracheal secretions/aspirate, sputum
Container/Tube: Sterile container
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Type: Fresh tissue or biopsy
Sources: Lung, pleura, heart valve, pericardium
Container/Tube: Sterile container
Specimen Volume: Entire collection or 5 mm(3) - approximately the size of a pencil eraser
Collection Instructions: Aseptically collect a 1 to 2 cm(3) piece of tissue whenever possible
Specimen type: Fluid
Sources: Pericardial, pleural, chest, chest tube drainage, thoracentesis, empyema
Container/Tube: Sterile container
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Varies | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days |
| Frozen | 7 days |
Reference Values
Not applicable
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
CPT Code Information
87801
Reject Due To
| Tissue in formalin, formaldehyde, or acetone Formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) block |
Reject |
Report Available
3 daysForms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Microbiology Test Request (T244) with the specimen.