Test Code LEGIDFA Legionella pneumophilia, DFA
Performing Laboratory
Laboratory Corporation of America
Methodology
Direct fluorescnet antibody (DFA)
Reference Values
No Leionella pneumophila detected
Test Classification and CPT Coding
87278
Physician Office Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube: Sterile leakproff container or slides
Specimen: Lung biopsy, lung exudate, pleural fluid, transtracheal aspirate, sputum or bronchial washing
Volume: 1 mL
Transport Temperature: Refrigerate
Computer Interface Code
PDM # 5911110