Test ID NBLD0739 Mycoplasma pneumoniae Nucleic Acid Detection
Specimen Type/Requirements
Viral Transport Media - Swab
Sources: Nasopharyngeal, Nasopharynx, Throat
Viral transport Media, Universal Transport Media - leave swab in media
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | Not Acceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday-Sunday
Methodology
PCR
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Fargo
CPT
87581