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HelpTest ID MYCOM Mycoplasma pneumoniae Antibodies, IgM, Serum
Specimen Required
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see MYCO / Mycoplasma pneumoniae Antibodies, IgG and IgM, Serum.
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
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.
Reporting Name
M. pneumoniae Ab, IgM, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Report Available
Same day/1 to 3 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| MYCOM | M. pneumoniae Ab, IgM, S | 5257-1 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| MYCOM | M. pneumoniae Ab, IgM, S | 5257-1 |
Useful For
Screening for IgM antibodies in the indication of recent or past exposure to Mycoplasma pneumoniae
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Test Classification
This test has been modified from the manufacturer's instructions. Its performance characteristics were determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
86738
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Reference Values
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see MYCO / Mycoplasma pneumoniae Antibodies, IgG and IgM, Serum.
Negative
Method Name
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see MYCO / Mycoplasma pneumoniae Antibodies, IgG and IgM, Serum.
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Reflex Tests
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| MMYCO | M. pneumoniae Ab, IgM, S by IFA | No | No |