Mycoplasma hominis PCR

Test Overview

Test Methodology

PCR

Test Usage

Rapid, sensitive, and specific identification of Mycoplasma hominis from synovial fluid, genitourinary, reproductive, and neonatal respiratory sources.

Reference Range *

Negative

Test Details

Days Set Up

Monday - Friday

Analytic Time

3 - 5 days

Soft Order Code

MYCOH

MiChart Code

Mycoplasma hominis Culture (Sendout)

Synonyms

Mycoplasma hominis PCR
MYCOH

Laboratory

Sendout

Reference Laboratory

Mayo MHRP (60756)

Section

Special Testing

Specimen Requirements

Collection

Collect swab specimen of cervix, urethra, or vagina using dacron or rayon swab with an aluminum or plastic shaft; do not use swab with calcium alginate tip or wooden shaft. Place swab in sterile tube or container or in M5 transport. M4, M4RT, M5, M6 or universal transport media is acceptable. Refrigerate

Normal Volume

1 swab or 10 mL urine

Minimum Volume

1 swab or 2 mL urine

Storage Temperature

Refrigerate specimens

Rejection Criteria

Do not use swabs with cotton tip or wooden shaft as the resin in the wood and cotton is toxic to these organisms. Aerobic Swab with Amies media is not acceptable.

Additional Information

Test sent to Mayo Medical Laboratories.

Billing

CPT Code

87798

Fee Code

21626

LOINC

15388-2

NY State Approved

No