Inventors:
Lynn C. Goldstein - Seattle WA
Larry H. Gosting - Snohomish WA
Assignee:
Genetic Systems Corporation - Seattle WA
International Classification:
A61K 3940, C12N 500, G01N 33569, G01N 33577
Abstract:
Method and compositions including monoclonal antibodies to a serogroup-common antigen are provided for the detection and diagnosis of Legionella pneumophila. The monoclonal antibodies recognize a proteinaceous antigen of molecular weight 28,000-29,000 Daltons which is detected in at least serogroups 1 through 8 of Legionella pneumophila and is not detected in other common respiratory pathogens.