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Mycoplasma Panel
Mycoplasma testing uses blood, urine, or swab samples to detect mycoplasma organisms, a group of small bacteria that can cause respiratory or genital infections. The sample and method depend on the suspected infection.
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Order Mycoplasma Tests (Blood & Urine)- Typical turnaround
- 1-3 business days
- Starting price
- From $149
- Results
- Confidential, online
Quick answer
Mycoplasma testing covers laboratory methods that detect mycoplasma bacteria, a group of very small organisms that lack a cell wall. Different species affect different parts of the body, from the respiratory tract to the urinary and genital tract. Depending on the suspected infection, testing may use blood, urine, or a swab. A healthcare provider chooses the appropriate test and interprets the result with the clinical picture.
What this test measures
Mycoplasma is a genus of bacteria that are unusually small and do not have a cell wall. Several species can infect humans, and the type of illness depends on the species. Mycoplasma pneumoniae is associated with respiratory infections, while other species are linked to urinary and genital conditions. Because they lack a cell wall, they behave differently from many other bacteria in the laboratory.
Testing methods vary by species and by the sample available. Respiratory infections may be assessed with a throat swab or respiratory sample, while genital infections are often tested with urine or a genital swab. Some tests use nucleic acid amplification to detect the organism's genetic material, and others measure antibodies in blood. Each method has a different window of detection.
A positive result depends on the method and the species being tested. Antibody tests can show past exposure as well as recent infection, and DNA tests detect the organism directly. Clinicians interpret mycoplasma results with symptoms, examination findings, and other tests. A qualified healthcare provider decides which test is appropriate and what the result means for a particular person.
- Mycoplasma pneumoniae antibodies or DNA when respiratory testing is ordered
- Mycoplasma hominis DNA
- Ureaplasma species DNA when included
- Mycoplasma genitalium DNA when included
- Respiratory or throat swab specimen
- Blood serum specimen for antibody testing
- Urine or genital swab specimen
Why people order this test
- Evaluate respiratory symptoms that may be linked to mycoplasma
- Investigate urinary or genital symptoms with a provider
- Check for these organisms when routine cultures are unrevealing
- Compare antibody and direct-detection results
- Provide targeted testing based on the suspected site of infection
How to prepare
Preparation depends on the sample type and the specific test ordered. Blood tests do not require fasting, while urine testing may involve collecting a first-catch sample. Follow the instructions provided with the order and at the collection site.
Understanding your results
Results are typically reported within one to three business days. The report depends on the test performed: antibody tests measure the immune response, while DNA tests detect the organism directly. A qualified healthcare provider interprets the result with symptoms and other findings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is mycoplasma?
Mycoplasma is a group of very small bacteria that lack a cell wall. Different species cause respiratory or urinary and genital infections.
Which sample is used for mycoplasma testing?
It depends on the suspected infection. Respiratory testing may use a throat or respiratory swab, while genital testing often uses urine or a swab. Blood may be used for antibody tests.
Is mycoplasma testing the same for every species?
No. The method and sample differ by species. A healthcare provider selects the test that matches the suspected infection.
Do I need to fast?
Blood tests generally do not require fasting. If a urine sample is needed, the laboratory provides collection instructions.
What does a positive result mean?
It depends on the method. Antibody tests can reflect past exposure, while DNA tests detect the organism directly. A healthcare provider interprets the result with the clinical picture.
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