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What are the tests for legionellosis?
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The most useful test: To detect the bacteria in sputum, find legionella antigens in urine samples (due to renal fibrosis), or the comparison of legionella antibody levels in two blood samples taken 3 to 6 weeks apart. A urine antigen test which is simple, quick, and very reliable will only detect legionella pneumophila serogroup 1, which accounts for 70% of disease cause by l. Pneumophila.
Answered 7/11/2012
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Tests: Tests for Legionellosis include urinary antigen test, culture which is the gold standard as well as DFA and molecular tests (PCR & LAMP).
Answered 2/28/2021
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