- Test Method
- IgG, IgM chemilluminescence
- Specimen Required
- Blood (Gel Tube), Blood (Whole), Plasma, Serum
- When Tested
- 2x Weekly
- Reference Ranges
- IgG <10 AU/mL Negative, >10 AU/mL Positive
IgM Index <10 Negative, >10 Index Positive
Appearance of IgG is often delayed in acute M. pneumoniae infection and IgM response may be absent or delayed in reinfection.
M. pneumoniae serology testing will be performed when a convalescent sample has been received or when clinical notes indicate that symptoms have been present for more than 3 weeks.
Submit an appropriate respiratory sample for M. pneumoniae PCR if clinically indicated.
- Units of Measurement
- IgG AU/mL, IgM Index
- Contact
- 9342 9644
