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Test Discontinuation – Legionella Testing, LEGMAB & SLEGAB

Effective May 2, 2022.

Legionella IgM Abs (LEGMAB)

Legionella pneumophila Antibody (Types 1-6), IgG by IFA (SLEGAB)

Reason for Discontinuation:

Discontinued by Vendor (ARUP)

CDC does not recommend serology: https://www.cdc.gov/legionella/clinicians/diagnostic-testing.html

Alternative Tests:

Legionella culture (LEGCUL)

Legionella Urinary Ag (LEGUAG)

Legionella pneumophila PCR (LEGPCR)

If you have any questions about these changes, please contact Client Services for assistance.

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