Testing is performed to detect the presence of Legionella bacteria so as to identify the cause of a person's symptoms. Tests are primarily used to diagnose Legionnaires disease and distinguish it from other causes of pneumonia and/or other conditions that have similar symptoms. Since Legionnaires disease can often require hospitalization and has a significant mortality rate, it is important for a health practitioner to identify it and initiate appropriate treatment with antibiotics. Typically, one or more of the following tests may be ordered. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a urine test for the Legionella antigen and Legionella culture of a respiratory sample are the preferred tests to diagnose Legionnaires disease.
Sample Type - Blood
Reporting Time - 72 Hrs
Prerequisites - No special preparation required
Price - ₹2910/-
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