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HelpTest Code LEGCX LEGIONELLA CULTURE
EPIC Test ID
1230101548
Test Synonyms
PNEUMOPHILA
Collection Requirements
Collect sputum,endotracheal aspirate, bronchial wash/lavage into a sterile container.
Shipping and Handling Instructions
Transport as soon as possible. Can be refrigerated up to 24 hours
Specimen Type
Sputum
Tracheal
Bronchial
Body Fluid
Tissue
Specimen Source
Sputum
Induced Sputum
Trachea
Bronchial Washings
Bronchial Lavage
Bronchial Brush
Pleural Fluid
Thoracentesis
Lung, Left
Lung, Right
Specimen Tube Description
WMH Hospital Lab: Sterile Container
Performing lab
United Health Services Laboratories
Section
WMH Microbiology
CPT Code
87081
Loinc
593-4
EAP
LAB902