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87540 Legion pneumo dna dir prob

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: Legionella pneumophila test, legionellosis detection

Legionella pneumophila nucleic acid detection using direct probe technique without amplification. Identifies legionellosis causative agent.

Clinical Context

Detects Legionella pneumophila in respiratory specimens, typically from hospitalized patients with severe pneumonia.

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Specialties

PathologyInfectious DiseaseClinical Microbiology

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