Mycoplasma Pneumoniae IgG Serum Test
Short Name: Mycoplasma IgG Test
Also known as: Mycoplasma IgG Antibody Test, M. pneumoniae IgG Serum Test
Mycoplasma Pneumoniae IgG Serum Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹3,500. Uses Enzyme Immunoassay on Serum samples. Results in Results available next day.. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr Kothari Ramesh Shantilal
Consultant Microbiologist · Reg: 27670
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
The primary purpose of the Mycoplasma Pneumoniae IgG Serum Test is to detect IgG antibodies to confirm past infection with Mycoplasma pneumoniae. It assists in diagnosing the cause of respiratory symptoms, monitoring treatment efficacy, and understanding immune status.
- Test Code
- 1276
- Price
- ₹3,500
- Sample Type
- Serum
- Result Time
- Results available next day.
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- Enzyme Immunoassay
Sample Collection
No special preparation required.
Method: Venipuncture
Laboratory Analysis
Standard venipuncture procedure. Collect 2 mL blood in SST.
Report Delivery
Apply pressure to the puncture site to stop bleeding.
Timeline: Results available next day.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
The primary purpose of the Mycoplasma Pneumoniae IgG Serum Test is to detect IgG antibodies to confirm past infection with Mycoplasma pneumoniae. It assists in diagnosing the cause of respiratory symptoms, monitoring treatment efficacy, and understanding immune status.
How to Prepare
- Collect 2 mL blood in SST
- Ship refrigerated or frozen
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr Kothari Ramesh Shantilal — MBBS, MD (Microbiology) · Reg. No. 27670
"This test is valuable for identifying past exposure to Mycoplasma pneumoniae, a common cause of pneumonia, aiding in differential diagnosis and management."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Hemolyzed sample
- Insufficient volume
Understanding Your Results
Positive IgG
Indicates past infection with Mycoplasma pneumoniae.
Negative IgG
No evidence of past infection. If symptomatic, consider IgM test or other diagnostics.
Equivocal
Repeat testing or perform confirmatory tests.
If you have symptoms of respiratory infection and test results are positive or equivocal, consult a healthcare provider for further evaluation.
Limitations
- ⚠Cannot distinguish between active and past infection without IgM test
Risks & Considerations
- ●Minor bruising at puncture site
- ●Infection risk (rare)
- ●Lightheadedness
Interfering Factors
- ●Hemolysis
- ●Lipemia
- ●IgM cross-reactivity
Compare With Similar Tests
| Test | Mycoplasma Pneumoniae IgG Serum Test | Mycoplasma Pneumoniae IgM Test |
|---|---|---|
| Comparison | Mycoplasma Pneumoniae IgG Serum Test | IgM indicates recent infection, while IgG indicates past infection. |
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