Oxoid has launched Xpect Legionella, a rapid immunochromatographic test for the direct detection of Legionella pneumophilia serogroups one and six antigen in human urine samples.
The use of Xpect Legionella allows early diagnosis and rapid initiation of antibiotic therapy, the company said.
The test is said to demonstrate high sensitivity and specificity, can be stored at room temperature, and is easy to use and interpret.
A positive test is indicated by two black lines, one in the test region and one in the control region.
A negative test is indicated by one black line in the control region.
