FA Smear for Legionella pneumophila, Legionella Antigen
8 days
Direct fluorescent antibody (DFA)
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Direct fluorescent antibody test to detect *Legionella pneumophila*. Used for rapid diagnosis of Legionnaires disease.
Lung biopsy lung exudate pleural fluid transtracheal aspirate sputum bronchial washing
1 mL lung exudate or 1 cc lung biopsy
Sterile leakproof container or slides
No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.
This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 72 hours |