Legionella pneumophila Flashcards
1
Q
What is the Disease of Legionella pneumophila ?
A
1- Legionnaires’ disease (atypical pneumonia): in immunocompromised
2- Pontiac fever: in immunocompetent
2
Q
Hyponatremia (low blood sodium) in the ?
A
Legionnaires’ disease (atypical pneumonia): in immunocompromised
3
Q
What is the Culture of Legionella pneumophila ?
A
Biphasic Buffered Charcoal Yeast Extract (BCYE) agar
4
Q
What is the treatment of Legionella pneumophila ?
A
Macrolides