Mononucleosis Test, Qualitative With Reflex to Titer

Test ID: 

706266

CPT code:

86308

Synonyms:

• Heterophil Agglutinins
• Heterophil Antibodies
• Infectious Mononucleosis (IM) Antibodies

Clinical Use:

Detect heterophil antibodies related to infectious mononucleosis.

Test Information:

A positive test in the presence of consistent clinical and/or hematologic findings confirms the diagnosis of infectious mononucleosis. Approximately 10% of mononucleosis syndromes are heterophil-negative. In some of these, antibody to specific Epstein-Barr viral antigen can be demonstrated. Others may be due to CMV, HSV, or toxoplasmosis. Although this classic test has excellent specificity, false-positive tests can occur and may lead to diagnostic confusion.

Specimen Type:

Serum

Requested Volume: 

1 mL

Minimum Volume: 

0.5 mL

Container Type: 

Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube

Storage Instructions:

Maintain specimen at room temperature.

Rejection Criteria

Hemolysis; lipemia; gross bacterial contamination.