What Is Legionella pneumophila?

What it is

Legionella pneumophila antigen

Why it matters

Standard rapid test for Legionnaires disease.

Specimen

Urine

Interpretation

Positive = serogroup 1 antigen

Limitations

Detects serogroup 1 primarily

Related test: Legionella pneumophila Rapid Test — specimen: Urine

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Legionella antigen test detect? Legionella pneumophila serogroup 1 antigen in urine.