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HelpTest Code MHBRP Metamycoplasma hominis, Molecular Detection, PCR, Blood
Useful For
Rapid, sensitive, and specific identification of Metamycoplasma hominis from whole blood
This test is not intended for medicolegal use.
Reporting Name
Mycoplasma hominis PCR, BSpecimen Type
Whole Blood EDTAShipping Instructions
Ship specimen refrigerated.
Specimen Required
The high sensitivity of amplification by polymerase chain reaction requires the specimen to be processed in an environment in which contamination of the specimen by Metamycoplasma hominis DNA is unlikely.
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lavender top (EDTA)
Acceptable: Royal blue top (EDTA), pink top (EDTA), or sterile vial containing EDTA-derived aliquot
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Send whole blood specimen in original tube (preferred). Do not aliquot.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole Blood EDTA | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 7 days |
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Reference Values
Not applicable
Supportive Data
Validation included spiking studies for Metamycoplasma hominis. Spiking studies were carried out using 30 EDTA whole blood and plasma samples spiked with genomic DNA for M hominis (as well as 10 unspiked specimens). Sensitivity and specificity were 100%.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
3 to 4 daysSpecimen Retention Time
7 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
87798
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| MHBRP | Mycoplasma hominis PCR, B | 42621-3 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| MBSRC | Specimen Source | 31208-2 |
| 44131 | Mycoplasma hominis PCR, B | 42621-3 |