The Legionella pneumophila bacteria are tagged with a monoclonal antibody treated with a fluorescein dye. After binding to the bacteria the slide is viewed under ultraviolet light, and the bacterial cell walls glow green. The early symptoms of avian influenza are remarkably similar to influenza (the "flu"). CT scan of chest showing consolidation of the left upper lobe (right side of image) from Legionnaire's disease. Chest x-ray showing bilateral lower lobe infiltrates consistent with diagnosis of Legionnaire's disease.
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Legionellosis (Legionnaires' Disease)  Information for adults

Picture of Legionellosis (Legionnaires' Disease): The Legionella pneumophila bacteria are tagged with a monoclonal antibody treated with a fluorescein dye. After binding to the bacteria the slide is viewed under ultraviolet light, and the bacterial cell walls glow green. Divider line
The Legionella pneumophila bacteria are tagged with a monoclonal antibody treated with a fluorescein dye. After binding to the bacteria the slide is viewed under ultraviolet light, and the bacterial cell walls glow green.
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McDade JE. Legionella and the prevention of legionellosis [book review]. Emerg Infect Dis [serial on the Internet]. 2008;14(6). Accessed May 29, 2008.

Patient facts: learn more about legionnaires' disease. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Web site. Modified September 22, 2006. Accessed May 29, 2008.

Top 10 things every clinician needs to know about legionellosis. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Web site. Modified April 22, 2008. Accessed May 29, 2008.

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