{"product_id":"legionella-veteranenziekte-urine","title":"Legionella (urine)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the Legionella biomarker?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Legionella biomarker is a specific indicator in the body that can be measured to detect the presence of the Legionella bacterium. This bacterium causes Legionnaires' disease, a severe form of pneumonia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy should you test for the Legionella biomarker?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTesting for the Legionella biomarker is important for people who have been exposed to potentially contaminated water or environments, such as air conditioning systems or public water sources. Early detection can help in quickly initiating treatment, thereby preventing serious health problems or complications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does it indicate?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe presence of the Legionella biomarker in the urine indicates an infection with the Legionella bacterium. This is a direct indication that a person has or is at risk of developing Legionnaires' disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a high Legionella biomarker level mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA high level of the Legionella biomarker indicates a recent or active infection with the Legionella bacterium. This requires immediate medical attention and treatment to prevent complications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a low Legionella biomarker level mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA low level of the Legionella biomarker may indicate an absence of infection or a very early stage of the disease where the bacterium is not yet present in detectable quantities. It may also indicate the person's recovery from the infection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLegionella pneumophila antigen from urine.\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"BloedCheckup","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47789298680154,"sku":"","price":51.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0814\/6816\/2394\/files\/LegionellaVeteranenziekte_urine.png?v=1755941722","url":"https:\/\/store.bloedcheckup.nl\/products\/legionella-veteranenziekte-urine","provider":"BloedCheckup","version":"1.0","type":"link"}