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Legionella Serology (Blood)

Alternate Names
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Test Code
LEGAS
Testing Laboratory
Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type

Blood

Container Type

Serum tube (Red Cap w. Yellow Insert)

Container Image
Medicare Rebate

Yes

Out of Pocket Costs
None
Ordering Information

If not already requested, please send urine for Legionella Antigen testing.

Legionella seroconversion may take up to 28 days after infection. Please send second sample in 4 - 6 weeks.

Collection Instructions

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Transport Instructions
Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions
Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency
None
Min Test Volume
5mL
Add On Test Suitability

This test can be added up to 4 weeks from collection, subject to sample availability.

Container ID
S, SP
CSR Instructions

Centrifuge, aliquot, and refrigerate.

Instructions for: Heidelberg Sendaways Department 

  • Only send to referral laboratory once acute and convalescent samples are both received.
Laboratory Instructions
None
External Laboratory
VIDRL (Victorian Infectious Diseases Reference Laboratory)
Accredited Test
Yes