Mycoplasma Species Bacterial Load Test
Short Name: Mycoplasma Load
Also known as: Mycoplasma PCR, Mycoplasma Bacterial Load, Mycoplasma quantitation
Mycoplasma Species Bacterial Load Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹7,820. Uses Real-Time PCR on Bronchoalveolar lavage fluids, throat swabs, endocervical swab, blood, urine, CSF, serum, plasma samples. Results in Reports are delivered within 3 working days after sample collection. Email and WhatsApp reports are sent within 36 hours of result availability.. 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 purpose of this test is to detect the presence of Mycoplasma species and quantify the bacterial load in a patient sample. This aids in confirming a clinical diagnosis of mycoplasma infection, guiding treatment decisions, and monitoring response to therapy. The quantitative result helps differentiate active infection from colonization and assess disease severity.
- Test Code
- 6203
- CPT Code
- 87581
- ICD Code
- B96.0
- Price
- ₹7,820
- Sample Type
- Bronchoalveolar lavage fluids, throat swabs, endocervical swab, blood, urine, CSF, serum, plasma
- Result Time
- Reports are delivered within 3 working days after sample collection. Email and WhatsApp reports are sent within 36 hours of result availability.
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- Real-Time PCR
Sample Collection
No special preparation required. Inform your healthcare provider about any medications you are taking, especially antibiotics.
Method: Swab, blood draw, or fluid collection
Laboratory Analysis
Sample collection is performed by trained personnel. For swabs, a sterile swab is used to collect secretions from the throat or cervix. For blood, a standard venipuncture is performed.
Report Delivery
No specific aftercare required. You may resume normal activities immediately.
Timeline: Reports are delivered within 3 working days after sample collection. Email and WhatsApp reports are sent within 36 hours of result availability.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
The purpose of this test is to detect the presence of Mycoplasma species and quantify the bacterial load in a patient sample. This aids in confirming a clinical diagnosis of mycoplasma infection, guiding treatment decisions, and monitoring response to therapy. The quantitative result helps differentiate active infection from colonization and assess disease severity.
How to Prepare
- For throat swab: avoid eating or drinking for 30 minutes before collection
- For endocervical swab: avoid douching or using vaginal medications for 24 hours
- For blood: no special preparation needed
- For BAL/CSF: collected by healthcare professional in appropriate setting
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr Kothari Ramesh Shantilal — MBBS, MD (Microbiology) · Reg. No. 27670
"Mycoplasma infections often present with atypical symptoms; molecular testing is essential for accurate diagnosis and targeted therapy."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Insufficient sample volume
- Improper labeling
- Sample received in inappropriate transport medium
- Sample hemolyzed or clotted (for blood)
- Sample stored beyond stability period
Understanding Your Results
No Mycoplasma DNA detected
Active mycoplasma infection is unlikely; consider other etiologies.
Low bacterial load
May indicate early infection or colonization; correlate clinically.
High bacterial load
Suggests active infection; likely requires antimicrobial therapy.
Consult your healthcare provider if you experience persistent cough, fever, difficulty breathing, or symptoms suggestive of a mycoplasma infection. Early diagnosis and treatment can prevent complications.
Limitations
- ⚠Test detects DNA, not viability; may remain positive after successful treatment
- ⚠Cannot differentiate between Mycoplasma species without additional testing
- ⚠Results should be correlated with clinical findings
- ⚠Not intended for screening asymptomatic individuals
Risks & Considerations
- ●Minimal risk of bleeding or bruising at blood draw site
- ●Slight discomfort during swab collection
- ●No significant risks associated with the test
Interfering Factors
- ●Improper sample collection or storage may degrade DNA
- ●Recent antibiotic therapy may reduce bacterial load
- ●Contamination during collection can cause false positives
- ●Inhibitors in the sample (e.g., heparin) may affect PCR
Compare With Similar Tests
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