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INFECTIOUS MONONUCLEOSIS (088-0119) Synonyms: Mono, Mono spot, Mono latex, Heterophile CPT 4 Code: 86308 Test Order Mnemonic: MONO Lab: Serology Request Form: Microbiology/Serology Collection: Routine venipuncture, SST (serum separator tube) Storage Instructions: Room temperature. If storing greater than 24 hours, refrigerate. Causes for Rejection: Gross hemolysis, bacterial contamination, lipemia. Availability: Samples are accepted 24 hours per day at Sample Management, Room 5.136 McCullough. Turnaround Time: Test performed Monday - Saturday Special Instructions: If the mono test is negative on a patient less than ten years of age, a Epstein Barr virus VCA antibody IgM test is suggested to rule out mononucleosis in this age group. Specimen: Blood Minimum Volume: 0.5 ml serum Container: SST (gel barrier) Test Method: Latex agglutination Revised/reviewed 07/25/2008 by T. Friloux |
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