# Mycoplasma pneumoniae Antibodies, IgG, IgM

> This test measures specific antibodies produced by your immune system in response to Mycoplasma pneumoniae bacteria. It helps show whether a persistent cough or respiratory issue is caused by this specific infection, which is often referred to as "walking pneumonia." By detecting these immune markers, the test helps distinguish this condition from other respiratory illnesses like the flu or common cold. However, it cannot determine the severity of the infection or identify other causes of lung problems on its own.

- Labcorp code: 163758
- Category: [Infections](https://app.picardo.health/labs/tests/infections.md)
- Price: shown at checkout, before payment.
- Blood draw: free at a Labcorp location, or $75.00 at home.
- Order link: https://app.picardo.health/labs/order?tests=163758&ref=assistant

## About ordering

A licensed physician reviews every order before any test is run, and results arrive in the person's Picardo account. Ordering is open to adults 18 and over in the US, except New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Massachusetts, Hawaii and Maine. General health information, not medical advice.