Test Information:
M. pneumoniae is one of the primary causes of community-acquired pneumonia. IgM antibodies usually appear seven to ten days after onset of the infection.
Specimen Container:
Gold Top SST Tube (with clot activator) or Red Top Tube (Plain)
Specimen Type:
Serum
Required Volume:
2 mL
Patient Preparation:|
No Patient Preparation
Notes:
N/A (Not Applicable)
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: 2 to 8°C
Stability: 5 days - Storage: – 20°C
Stability: 6 months
Transport Temperature:
Ref (2°C to 8°C)
Test Category:
Batch
Test Schedule:
Specimen receiving CUT-OFF:
Daily, 1200H.
All specimen received beyond cut-off will be included in the next batch processing
Results Availability:
Following day at 1200H