Legionella pneumophila DFA (RPS)

Test Code

LEGDF

Specimen Name

Legionella pneumophila DFA (RPS)

CPT Codes

  • 87278

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Stability

Refrigerate

Volume

Pericardial fluid, respiratory, or tissue specimens_x000D_ _x000D_ Fluid: Prepare two duplicate slides. OR transfer 1 mL fluid to a sterile container._x000D_ Tissue: Transfer tissue to a sterile container and place on gauze moistened with sterile non-bacteriostatic saline to prevent drying._x000D_ _x000D_ Refrigerate up to 48 hours and then freeze.

Minimum Volume

Performed

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