LEGIONELLA PCR
| Synonyms: | Legionnaires |
| Computer Code: | LEGD (LEGCO) |
| Specimen Collection: | 0.5 mL respiratory specimen. |
| Minimum Volume: | 0.2 mL |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Transport at 2-8°C within 24 hours. Both culture and PCR for Legionella should be ordered together. |
| Reference Values: | Negative. Culture should be ordered in conjunction with PCR. |
| Lab Code: | Microbiology |
| Requisition: | MOL DIAG 09 molecdiagicd9req.pdf#http://09 molecdiagicd9req |
| Test Frequency: | 3/week |
| Routine TAT: | 3-4 days |
| Stat TAT: | N/A |
| CPT Code(s): | 87541 |
| LCD or NCD: | |
| Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |