What does the Mycoplasma test detect?

Rapid test for Mycoplasma pneumoniae

The Mycoplasma test is a rapid diagnostic test for the qualitative detection of IgG and IgM antibodies to Mycoplasma pneumoniae in whole blood. The test is easy to perform and provides a result within 10 minutes.

What does the test detect?

The test detects antibodies that may indicate a current or recent infection:

• IgM antibodies may indicate an early or active infection.
• IgG antibodies may indicate a past or ongoing infection.

Since the intensity of the test line can vary depending on the amount of antibody in the sample, even faintly colored lines should be considered a positive result.

What is Mycoplasma pneumoniae?

Mycoplasma pneumoniae is a bacterium that causes respiratory tract infections and is sometimes referred to as "walking pneumonia" because the symptoms are often milder than with typical pneumonia. The infection is spread by airborne droplets and can affect people of all ages, but is particularly common in children, adolescents, and young adults.

Symptoms of a Mycoplasma infection

Symptoms can range from mild to severe and include:

• Persistent dry cough
• Fever and headaches
• Muscle aches and fatigue
• Sore throat and hoarseness
• In some cases, pneumonia

The test is CE certified for professional use.