Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD72181Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Mycoplasma pneumoniae Antibody (IgM)
Also known as: pneumoniae IgM, Mycoplasma IgM
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Mycoplasma pneumoniae is a common cause of “atypical” or “walking” pneumonia, responsible for approximately 10–20% of all pneumonia cases. Detection of IgM-specific antibodies can aid in diagnosing recent or active infection with M. pneumoniae.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay
Biomarkers
Mycoplasma pneumoniae IgM
ProteinIgM
Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Result Turnaround Time
1 day
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.1 mL
Container
Plastic screw-cap vial
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis • Grossly lipemic • Icteric
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 4 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
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