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Additional Codes
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| LAB2184 Culture Legionella and DFA |
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube Type:
Sterile Container
Collection Information:
Sputum, Bronchial Washings, or Lung Tissue/ Sterile Container
Stability
Refrigerated Stability:
24 hours
Frozen Stability:
7 days
Ambient Stability:
2 hours
Performing Laboratory
Pathology Laboratory, UnityPoint Health, Des Moines
CPT
87081
87278
Methodology
Organism Identification is performed by biochemical test and/or Bruker MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry RUO Database. Organism sensitivities (AST) are performed as applicable using Broth Microdilution and/or Gradient diffusion strips using FDA approved methodology and CLSI guidelines. Performance has been evaluated and verified by UnityPoint Health - Des Moines, Pathology Laboratory.
Performance
Setup daily, 24 hours a day
Analytical Time:
6 days
Analytical time listed is the average time for a negative culture. Average analytical time may vary for positive, mixed, and complex cultures. Contact the lab for specific questions.
Testing Laboratory:
Pathology Laboratory
Laboratory Section:
Microbiology