Mycoplasma pneumoniae

Methodology

Target specific multiplex reverse-transcriptase amplification and microfluidic-based hybridization to fluorescently labeled beads

Test Utility

Used to detect Mycoplasma pneumoniae from nasopharyngeal swabs collected from individuals with clinical signs and symptoms of a respiratory tract infection.

Specimen Collection and Preparation

Nasopharyngeal Swab - specialized swab with longer, flexible shaft and mini-tip (flocked, foam or spun synthetic with aluminum shaft) in the following tubes (1-3 mL):

Copan eSwab
Saline/PBS
UTM/UVT/VTM
MTM/STM
M4/M4RT

Specimen Storage and Stability

Store the swab at the following temperature:

Room Temperature: 25°C ± 2°C up to 24 hours
Refrigerated: 2°C to 8°C up to 4 days

Specimen Rejection

Received > 4 days after collection
Not transported at 2°C to 8°C
Swab missing
< 200µL volume
Broken or leaking tube 
Visible contamination present
Specimen labeled incorrectly or not labeled

Reference Pages

Performed

Monday – Saturday

Result available within 24 hours of receipt in laboratory

NOTE: Specimens are refrigerated (2-8°) for 7 days before disposal

Contacts

Vibra Health Laboratory 

1307- A, Allen Dr

Troy, MI 48083

(248) 846-0663