Infection
Mycoplasma pneumoniae DNA Analysis
Infection
A PCR throat swab that catches Mycoplasma pneumoniae — the stealthy bacterium behind that persistent cough and atypical pneumonia.
VAT-exempt medical service
That dry cough that's been hanging around for weeks? It might not be "just a cold." Mycoplasma pneumoniae is a bacterium that causes everything from a mild sore throat to full-on atypical pneumonia. It especially loves school-age kids, teenagers, and young adults — and it spreads like rumours in a classroom. This PCR-based throat swab test is super accurate and picks up even tiny traces of the bacterium's DNA. Results typically land within 1-2 working days.
If you've had a dry cough for over a week, a fever with no obvious explanation, or symptoms that scream atypical pneumonia, this test can name the culprit. Why that matters: Mycoplasma doesn't respond to regular penicillin, so knowing what you're dealing with helps your doctor prescribe the right antibiotic and get you feeling better faster.
What a high value can mean
A positive result means Mycoplasma pneumoniae DNA was found in your throat — you've got an active infection. Your doctor will likely prescribe specific antibiotics (macrolides or tetracyclines) to tackle it.
What a low value can mean
A negative result means the bacterium wasn't detected at the time of testing. An active Mycoplasma infection is unlikely. But if your symptoms have been dragging on for a while, the bacteria may have already cleared — or something else might be responsible.
No special preparation needed. It's a simple throat swab done by a healthcare provider. Bring valid ID.
Order your test
Choose your test and pay online. Your lab referral is created straight away.
Give your sample
Visit any of our partner sampling locations. No appointment needed at most of them.
The lab analyses it
Your sample is analysed at an accredited Swedish laboratory.
Get your results
Your values appear in your account with reference ranges and an explanation of each marker.
A healthcare provider swabs your throat. The sample goes to the lab for PCR analysis — think of it as a DNA detective for bacteria. Results are usually back within 1-2 working days.
Very. It spreads through coughs and sneezes and thrives in close-contact settings like schools, families, and workplaces.
Yes — but not your standard penicillin. Mycoplasma needs specific antibiotics like azithromycin (a macrolide) or tetracyclines.