Legionella Antigen
Label Mnemonic: LEGAG
Epic code: LAB2356
Downtime form: A-1a Doctor-Provider Orders - Pathology Microbiology
Microbiology
BT 6004
356-2591 Bacteriology/Virology Section
Specimen(s):
Urine
Collection Medium:
Urine
Delivery Instructions:
Deliver to laboratory within 30 minutes of collection.
Testing Schedule:
24 hrs/day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
Turn Around Time:
1 hour (upon receipt in laboratory)
Comments:
Send urine to laboratory as soon as possible after collection.
Methodology:
Direct antigen detection
CPT Code:
87449