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Infectious mononucleosis Test: (088-0119)
Clinical Indication:

Suspected mononucleosis disease (Epstein barr virus)
Test Mnemonic:

MONO
Methodology:

Heme agglutination
Performed:

Clinical Microbiology
Turnaround Time:

Test is performed daily
Specimen Requirements: Patient Preparation: Routine venipuncture

Collect:  SST - gel barrier tube

Specimen Preparation: Centrifuge

Storage/Transport: Refrigerate

Stability: 72 hours, freeze at -20C if delayed

Causes for Rejection: Improper collection, gross hemolysis, bacterial contamination, lipemic sample
Clinical Information:

 
Reference Range:

Not detected
Note:

If the mono test (heterophile) is negative on a patient less than four years of age, a Epstein Barr virus VCA antibody IgM test is suggested to rule out mononucleosis in this age group.
CPT 4 Code:

 86308
Review 2/12/2013 by T. Friloux

When ordering tests for which Medicare or Medicaid reimbursement will be sought, physicians should only order tests that are medically necessary for the diagnosis or treatment of the patient.  Components of the organ or disease panels may be ordered individually.  The diagnostic information must substantiate all tests ordered and must be in the form of an ICD-9 code or its verbal equivalent.

 

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