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Name |
Mycoplasma pneumoniae |
Alternative name/Profile |
Mycoplasma pneumonia |
Department |
Virology |
Investigation |
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Specimen type |
Peripheral blood |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
6 ml clotted Red top serum tube |
Frequency of analysis |
2-3 times per week |
Turnaround time |
3-4 days |
Availability |
Monday - Friday |
Notes |
Specimens sent to the National Virus Reference Laboratory, University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4 A diagnostic assay for the investigation of acute mycoplasma infection is not available for patients older than 20 years Send sample to the laboratory without delay. Sample should be refrigerated if not transported immediately |
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Last updated |
Mon, 13 May 2024 11:10:50 IST |