Legionella Pneumophila Antibodies IgG, Serum - Book Test at Low Cost

Legionella are those bacteria that are present in freshwater environment like steams and lakes but they become an alarming issue when they are growing in a man-made water systems like swimming pool, hot tubs etc.

These bacteria can also grow in the windshield water tank of vehicles like car trucks and taxi and the chance of contamination increases if the tank only contains water not a windshield cleaner fluid. Legionella Pneumophila Antibodies IgG, Serum test confirms the presence of legionella infection which is associated with legionnaires and Pontiac fever.

In most of the cases the patient got infected by inhaling in contaminated water droplets. After coming in contact of the bacteria it takes at least 2 to 10 days to see the symptoms.

People who have a higher risk of Legionella Pneumophila

• People who are of 50 and above in age
• Frequent smoker
• If someone has a long-term lung disease
• Cancer patients
• Patients of diabetes, kidney failure and liver diseases

When to get tested

If you are having following symptoms

• Pain in the muscles
• Headache
• High fever
• Difficulty in breathing
• Cough
• Diarrhoea
• Vomiting

Type of specimen

>>Blood is taken as specimen for this test.

Documents Required for Legionella Pneumophila Antibodies IgG, Serum Test

• Doctor’s prescription
• A valid government issued id proof

What is the Cost of Legionella Pneumophila Antibodies IgG, Serum Test?

The Cost of Legionella Pneumophila Antibodies IgG, Serum test can be from INR 14000 to INR 16000.

Why Choose Ganesh Diagnostic

Ganesh Diagnostic are one of the most experienced in pathological industry. We have always been trusted by our patients for highly accurate reports, secure and comfortable experience. Ganesh diagnostic has the labs that are driven by latest technology machines.