Test Directory
5000 Mono Screen (Mononucleosis Heterophile Abs)
Specimen Type
Specimen Stability
Reference Range
Serum-SST or Red top tube
72hrs 2-8° C
Negative
Specimen Requirements
Preferred amount: 1.0 mL Serum
Minimum amount: 0.5 mL Serum
Minimum amount: 0.5 mL Serum
Method
latex agglutination
Schedule
Mon-Fri
Turn-Around Time
24hrs; Also offered STAT at an additional charge
Instructions/Notes
Clinical Utility
To detect and help diagnose infectious mononucleosis.
CPT Codes
86308
