Serological cross-reaction between Legionella spp. and Capnocytophaga ochracea by using latex agglutination test

J Clin Microbiol. 1994 Dec;32(12):3054-5. doi: 10.1128/jcm.32.12.3054-3055.1994.

Abstract

Cross-reactivity between Legionella spp. and Capnocytophaga ochracea was noted by latex agglutination tests (Serobact Legionella; Disposable Products, Adelaide, Australia). Four of 11 (36%) C. ochracea isolates agglutinated with latex reagents designed to identify Legionella pneumophila serogroups. C. ochracea isolated on buffered charcoal yeast extract media may give false-positive results in this Legionella latex agglutination assay.

MeSH terms

  • Capnocytophaga / immunology*
  • Cross Reactions
  • False Positive Reactions
  • Humans
  • Latex Fixation Tests*
  • Legionella / immunology*
  • Legionella / isolation & purification