Mycoplasma pneumoniae IgG
Test Mnemonic
MYCOG
CPT Codes
- 86738 - QTY (1)
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mL | Serum | SST (Gold) | Refrigerated |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Frozen | 14 days |
| Ambient | 24 hours |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
Days Performed
Tue, Fri
Turnaround Time
1 - 5 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA) |
Reference Range
Special Info
Avoid using hemolyzed, lipemic or bacterially contaminated sera
Clinical Info
Do not use the test as a screening procedure for the general population. Test only when clinical evidence suggests the diagnosis of M. pneumonia associated disease.
Clinical Limitation
The performance of this test has not been established on neonates and immunocompromised patients. Do not diagnose based on M. pneumoniae IgG alone, but in conjunction with clinical evaluation and other diagnostic results. If testing occurs early in during the primary infection, no detectable IgG may be evident. If Mycoplasma infection is suspected a second sample should be taken after at least 14 days. Negative results do not rule out the diagnosis of M. pneumonia associated disease. Negative results in suspected early disease should be repeated in 4-6 weeks.