Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay intended for the qualitative detection of IgM antibodies against Mycoplasma pneumoniae in human serum or plasma (citrate, heparin).
- Ready-to-use, color-coded reagents, and breakable strip plates
- Standardized methods suitable for automated procedures
- Special IgM-buffer to avoid interferences with rheumatoid factor
- CE-IVD
Clinical background
Disease: Respiratory diseases by Mycoplasma pneumoniae
Symptoms: Fever, headache, and a persistent cough. Respiratory tract disease: from asymptomatic infection to colds, pharyngitis, bronchitis, croup, tracheobronchitis, pneumonitis and primary atypical pneumonia
Mechanism of Infection: Transmitted by aerosol droplets
Source: manufacturer product information, Gold Standard Diagnostics Frankfurt GmbH.