Pneumonia is a leading infectious cause of hospitalization and death¹. Pneumonia patients present with similar symptoms, making diagnosis of the causative agent & treatment challenging.
S. pneumoniae and L. pneumophila shed antigens which can be detected in urine samples. Urine antigen testing is non-invasive and offers the simplicity of urine collection and transport. Results can facilitate early diagnosis and help support appropriate treatment, while also potentially providing a pathway to step down from broad-spectrum antibiotic therapies.
Murphy SL et al. Mortality in the United States. NCHS Data Brief No. 427. December 2021. https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/databriefs/db427.pdf
Speaker: Pernille L. Elverdal, M.ScEng. Biotechnology, PhD
This PACE-accredited webinar:
• Describes the evolution of S. pneumoniae from bacteria to disease and discusses the important role of vaccines
• Examines the importance of properly diagnosing Legionella and its surveillance
• Identifies the advantages and disadvantages of different diagnostic methods for S. pneumoniae and Legionella
| Product Name | Catalog # | Suggested CPT Code* | Tests/Kit | Analyte(s) Detected | Format | Time to Result | Sample Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IMMUVIEW®S. pneumoniae and L. pneumophila Urinary Antigen Test | 10557 | 87899 | 22 | S. pneumoniae and L. pneumophila specific antigen | Lateral Flow | 15 minutes | RT, refrigerated, or frozen urine, urine sample in boric acid or PIPES and CSF |
