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HelpOrderable Name MYCO Mycoplasma pneumoniae Antibodies, IgG and IgM, Serum
Additional Codes
CNE Order Code: Mycopl Ab
Ordering Guidance
Detection of IgM or IgG class antibodies to Mycoplasma pneumoniae provides exposure information. The preferred method of diagnosis of acute M pneumoniae infection is by molecular detection; order MPRP / Mycoplasma pneumoniae, Molecular Detection, PCR, Varies.
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Useful For
Screening for recent or past exposure to Mycoplasma pneumoniae
This test should not be used as a screening procedure for the general population.
Profile Information
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| MYCOG | M. pneumoniae Ab, IgG, S | No | Yes |
| MYCOM | M. pneumoniae Ab, IgM, S | No | Yes |
| MYCON | M. pneumoniae Ab Interpretation | No | Yes |
Reflex Tests
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| MMYCO | M. pneumoniae Ab, IgM, S by IFA | No | No |
Testing Algorithm
If the Mycoplasma pneumoniae IgM result is reactive or equivocal, then M pneumoniae IgM by indirect immunofluorescence assay will be performed at an additional charge.
Method Name
MYCOG, MYCOM: Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
MMYCO: Indirect Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
MYCON: Interpretation
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Heat inactivated specimen | Reject |
Reference Values
IgG: Negative
IgM: Negative
IgM by indirect immunofluorescence: Negative
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 3 daysCPT Code Information
86738 x 2-Mycoplasma pneumoniae by EIA
86738-Mycoplasma pneumoniae by indirect IFA (if appropriate)
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.