Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay intended for the qualitative detection of IgM antibodies against Legionella pneumophila in human serum or plasma (citrate, heparin).
- Ready-to-use, color-coded reagents, and breakable strip plates
- Standardized methods suitable for automated procedures
- Special IgM-buffer to avoid interferences with rheumatoid factor
- CE-IVD
Clinical background
Disease: Legionella pneumonia: (Legionnaires’ disease) Pontiac fever
Symptoms: Cough, fever and nonspecific symptoms (malaise, myalgia, headache). Some patients develop shaking chills, chest pain, diarrhea, delirium or other neurologic symptoms. Influenza-like illness (headache, chills, muscle aches, a dry cough and fever) without manifestations of pneumonia.
Mechanism of Infection: Inhalation of aerosols containing Legionella bacteria or micro- aspiration of ingested water contaminated with Legionella. Inhalation of aerosols containing Legionella bacteria or micro- aspiration of ingested water contaminated with Legionella.
Source: manufacturer product information, Gold Standard Diagnostics Frankfurt GmbH.
