Preferred Sample Type
Suitable Specimen Types
- Plain Spot Urine
10ml
Sample Preparation
Urine should be sent in a plain universal. Boric acid urine not suitable for EIA testing.Turnaround Time
4 daysSample Stability
Stored for 1 weekLegionella urine antigen
Patient Preparation
Urine samples for non-culture tests
- Collect urine in a clean container and transfer to a 20ml white top sterile sample container.
Notes
Any positive results are sent away to ref. lab for confirmation.Significant results telephoned. Positive results reported to CCDC.
Urgent samples can be tested daily by prior arrangement with the lab.
Specifications
- EQA Scheme?: Yes
- EQA Status: NEQAS