Atypical pneumonia refers to pneumonia caused by certain bacteria such as Mycoplasma
pneumoniae, Chlamydia pneumoniae and Legionella pneumophila.
Mycoplasma pneumonia
Mycoplasma pneumonia is a milder form of pneumonia. It often affects younger
people and can be associated with anaemia, rashes, meningitis, myelitis, and
encephalitis.
Chlamydia pneumonia
Chlamydia pneumonia occurs all the year round and accounts for 5-15%
of all pneumonias. It is usually mild.
Legionella pneumonia
Legionella pneumonia can be quite severe. It accounts for 2-6% of pneumonias
and has a higher mortality rate.
If you have any acute symptoms you should
contact your General Practitioner without delay.
A specially labelled blood sample collection kit containing everything needed by a nurse or doctor to take the blood sample. The kit will be unique and coded specifically to you.
A Medical History & Lifestyle questionnaire is included with this test. It covers important areas such as illness, injuries, medical conditions, medication, family health history and much more.
The Medical History & Lifestyle questionnaire provides us with vital information which can affect how your results are interpreted and what advice you receive.
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Phlebotomy
