Test Overview
Test Methodology
Enzyme Linked Immunoassay (ELISA)
Test Usage
Presumptive serological diagnosis of Legionella
Reference Range *
Negative
Test Limitations
High levels of antibodies may persist for some years after infection. False-positive reactions have been reported in patients with other bacterial or rickettsial infections.
Test Details
Days Set Up
Wednesday
Analytic Time
2 - 5 days
Soft Order Code
SLEG
MiChart Code
Legionella Pneumophila Ab, Serum
Synonyms
- Legionnaires' Disease Antibody
- Legionella pneumophila Antibody
- FLEGM
- LEGIONELLA IgM ANTIBODY, IFA
Laboratory
Sendout
Reference Laboratory
Mayo SLEG (8122)
Section
Special Testing
Specimen Requirements
Collection Instructions
Collect specimen in SST or red top tube. Centrifuge, aliquot serum into a plastic vial and refrigerate (preferred) or freeze. A paired acute and convalescent (>21 days after onset of fever) sera are recommended; label specimens appropriately.
Normal Volume
0.5 mL serum
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL serum
Additional Information
Test sent to Mayo Medical Laboratories. University of Michigan registered patient specimens sent to Michigan Department of Community Health.
Billing
CPT Code
86713
Fee Code
34921
LOINC
5237-2
NY State Approved
No