Legionella RT PCR Panel (BAL)
Test Code: 823633
Performing Lab: LabCorp
CPT Code: 87801 001 87541 001
Specimen Type
BAL (Bronchial Lavage)
Specimen Container
Sterile container
Volume
0.7 mL
Minimum Volume
0.7 mL
Specimen Handling
Specimens shipped at room temperature must be received within 7 days of collection.
Unacceptable Conditions
Respiratory sample received in trap; Specimen received outside stability; Insufficient specimen volume; Specimen types other than those listed
Temperature
Room temperature
Methodology
Real-time, qualitative PCR
Stability
Room Temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 30 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 30 days
TAT
4 - 9 days
| Result Code | Result Name | LOINC |
|---|---|---|
| 823634 | Pan Legionella (BAL) | 49616-6 |
| 823635 | L. pneumophila (BAL) | 88590-5 |
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