Culture Bact Legionella (TIL)

Department: Microbiology
Test Synonym(s): LAB902, TIL, Tissue culture Legionella, Legionella culture, C Legion
Test Components: Legionella culture
CPT Codes: 87070
Methodology: Culture
Reference Range: Negative for Legionella
Tube Type: Sterile container
Specimen: Tissue, specify source
Temperature: Room temperature
Stability: Send to lab immediately
Reasons for Rejection: Non sterile or leaking container. Excessive delay in transport.
Days Performed: Daily
TAT: Culture:2 weeks
Special Instructions: Does not include Legionella direct fluorescent antibody stain (DFA). There will be a separate charge for organism identification when appropriate.

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