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==Overview==
==Overview==
 
Additional studies are not required for the diagnosis of legionellosis.
==PCR==
==Other Diagnostic Studies==
[[Polymerase chain reaction]] is used to detect [[DNA]] of [[Legionella]] in urine, [[blood]] and [[bronchoalveolar lavage]] samples.
Additional studies are not required for the diagnosis of legionellosis.
 
PCR is an alternative tool for rapid Legionella detection in environmental water.  The detection rate of Legionella DNA by qualitative PCR is usually high, at >90% of positive samples.
 
==Bronchoalveolar lavage==
In pediatric patients [[bronchoalveolar lavage]] ([[BAL]]) cane be done and the sample can be used for cultures and [[PCR]].


==References==
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