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HelpTest Code MPNG Mycoplasma pneumoniae IgG Antibodies (EIA)
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB656
Epic Description: MYCOPLASMA PNEUMONIAE ANTIBODY, IGG
Specimen Type
Blood
To reduce recollections, the Ochsner sites prefer a Serum Gel tube (Gold or Tiger Top) for this test.
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred | Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel | 6.0 mL | 1.5 mL |
| Alternate |
Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel or EDTA Lavendar |
6.0 mL | 1.5 mL |
Specimen Stability
4 days ambient
7 days refrigerated
30 days frozen
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge specimen. For non-gel tubes, aliquot serum into plastic vial. Refrigerate specimen. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 1.0 mL
Minimum 0.1 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute, Referral code:659
Assay Frequency
Daily
Routine Turnaround Time
1-3 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. For non-gel tubes, aliquot serum into plastic vial. Refrigerate specimen.
CPT Code Information
86738
Patient Preparation
None