Mononucleosis Screen
Abbrev Code: | MONOS | ||
Order Code: | LAB482 | Order Name: | Mononucleosis Screen |
Synonyms: | Heterophil Agglutinins; Monospot Test | ||
Methodology: | Immunoassay | ||
CPT Codes: | 86308 x1 | ||
Turnaround Time: | Performed 24 hours/day; turnaround time is 2 hours routine, 60 minutes stat. |
Collection Instructions
Specimen: | Blood |
Optimal Volume: | 1 mL |
Minimum\Peds Volume: | 0.4 mL |
Container: | Purple (EDTA) |
Processing and Shipping
Specimen Processing: | Whole blood (preferred). Alternatively centrifuge and aliquot 0.2 mL, 0.1 mL minimum. Store in refrigerator. |
Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. Must arrive within 24 hours. |
Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Hematology (Clinics, Grand Itasca, Lakes, Northland, Range, Ridges, Southdale, St. John's, UMMC East Bank, UMMC/UMMCH-West Bank, Woodwinds) |
Interpretive
Reference Range: | Negative |
Use: | Detection of heterophil antibodies related to infectious mononucleosis. |
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