Department
Microbiology
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
LAT
Test Code (Numeric Code)
2412
Laboratory Handling
Sample Stability
24 hours
Associated Tests
Synonyms
Urinary antigen
Turnaround Time
1 hour
Specimen Type
- Urine
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Specimen Container
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Specimen Container
Additional Specimen Information
The Legionella urinary antigen test detects infection caused by L. pneumophila serogroup 1 only. This is an uncommon cause of Legionellosis in New Zealand. Testing is only warranted when the patient has severe community-acquired pneumonia or is severely immunosuppressed.
Patients requiring intensive care or who are under the care of Haematology services will be tested on request. All other requests require discussion with the clinical microbiology team.
Last updated: 30/10/2026