Legionella pneumophila IgG Antibody / Serum test helps detect IgG antibodies produced against Legionella pneumophila, the bacteria responsible for Legionnaires’ disease. This test helps determine past exposure, ongoing infection, or recovery stage of the illness. It is useful in patients with prolonged respiratory symptoms, unresolved pneumonia, or in follow-up monitoring after initial diagnosis and treatment
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Price:
Rs. 2,860.00
Sample Type: SERUM
Fasting Not Required
Booking Procedure:
- Technician from Metropolis will be assigned for a home sample collection after booking confirmation.
- Sample will be collected by our technician at your address at given slot.
- You can make the payment to the technician at the time of collection
- Your sample will then be transported to the nearest collection center and will be centrifuged before sending to the lab for processing.
- Soft copy reports will be sent to your email address within 24 to 48 hours or as per defined TAT for Tests.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's):
What does a positive IgG result mean?
It indicates past exposure or late-stage/ongoing infection with Legionella pneumophila.
Is fasting required?
No, fasting is not required for this test.
What type of sample is needed?
A serum sample obtained from a blood draw.
How is this test different from IgM testing?
IgM indicates recent infection, while IgG reflects past exposure or recovery phase.
Can IgG alone diagnose Legionnaires’ disease?
No, IgG results are usually interpreted along with IgM or other tests such as the Legionella urine antigen test or PCR