Test 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.
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Useful For
Screen for recent or past exposure to Mycoplasma pneumoniae
Reflex Tests
Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
---|---|---|---|
MMYCO | M. pneumoniae Ab, IgM, S by IFA | No | No |
Method Name
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see MYCO / Mycoplasma pneumoniae Antibodies, IgG and IgM, Serum.
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Reporting Name
M. pneumoniae Ab, IgM, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
Frozen | 14 days |
Reference Values
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see MYCO / Mycoplasma pneumoniae Antibodies, IgG and IgM, Serum.
Negative
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Friday; 9 a.m.
Performing Laboratory

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 U.S. Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
86738
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 |