Test Code LAB482 Infectious Mononucleosis Screen
Department
IMMUNOLOGY
Primary Collection Container
Gold (SST)
Transport
Refrigerated
Preferred Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Processing
Allow specimen to clot completely. Centrifuge, filter and refrigerate.
Stability
Refrigerated: 8 days
Minimum Testing Volume
0.5 mL
Reference Range
Negative
Methodology
Latex Aggultination
Performed
Sunday – Saturday
Reported
1-3 days
CPT Codes
86403
Unacceptable Conditions
Gross hemolysis, lipemia, samples containing thymol or fluoride.