ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Mycoplasma pneumoniae Antibody, IgA : 2006330

Mnemonic: MYCO A

Methodology: Semi-Quantitative Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay
Performed: Varies
Reported: 3-9 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Plain red or SST

Specimen Preparation: Transfer 1 mL serum to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube and freeze immediately. (Min: 0.6 mL).

Storage/Transport Temperature: CRITICAL FROZEN. Separate specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered.

Unacceptable Conditions: Thawed specimens.

Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: Unacceptable; Frozen: 4 months
Reference Interval:
By Report
CPT Code(s): 86738