Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD83916Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Mycoplasma pneumoniae IgG and IgM Antibody IFA (CSF)
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
This test detects IgG and IgM antibodies to Mycoplasma pneumoniae in cerebrospinal fluid to support diagnosis of central nervous system infection due to the organism.
Special Instructions
Requires TSO (TSO) form; performing laboratory is Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (IFA)
Biomarkers
IgG antibody to Mycoplasma pneumoniae
OtherIgG antibody (IFA) • Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
IgM antibody to Mycoplasma pneumoniae
OtherIgM antibody (IFA) • Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Cerebrospinal Fluid
Volume
0.4 mL
Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Container
Sterile Container
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 Days |
| Refrigerated | 14 Days |
| Frozen | 30 Days |