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HelpTest Code LEGAG LEGIONELLA ANTIGEN, URINE
Additional Codes
| Software | Test Code |
|---|---|
| Label Text | LEGAG |
| EPIC | LAB20324 |
Performing Laboratory
NorDx Laboratories
Useful For
An adjunct to culture for the presumptive diagnosis of past or current Legionnaires disease (Legionella pneumophila serogroup 1)
Method Name
Lateral Flow Immunoassay
Reference Values
Negative
Days and Times Test Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 Day
Specimen Type
Urine - Unpreserved or urine in boric acid preservative acceptable.
Preferred Container
Urine Cup
Minimum Volume
Urine: 1 mL (Urine Cup)
Specimen Collection and Handling
1. Collect into airtight transport container
2. Store at 2 – 8 ºC prior to testing
3. Samples should be tested as soon as possible, but can be held up to 7 days at 2 – 8 ºC
4. Samples that will not be tested within 7 days should be frozen immediately upon receipt
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type: Urine
Refrigerated: 7 Days
Note: Samples that will not be tested within 7 days should be frozen immediately upon receipt.
Add On Capable
Yes
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
No ABN Required
CPT Code Information
|
CPT Code |
CPT Description |
CPT Disclaimer |
|---|---|---|
| 87899 | Infectious agent detection by immunoassay with direct optical observation |
LOINC Code Information
32781-7