Monospot Test (Mono Test)
Order Name
MONO TEST
Test Number: 5504950
Revision Date 09/10/2021
Test Number: 5504950
Revision Date 09/10/2021
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
|---|---|---|
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Monospot Test (Mono Test)
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Immunoassay (IA) | 31418-7 |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
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| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 1 mL | Serum | Clot Activator SST | Refrigerated |
| Alternate 1 | 1 mL | Plasma | EDTA (Lavender Top) | Refrigerated |
| Alternate 2 | 1 mL | Plasma | Lithium Heparin PST (Light Green Top) | Refrigerated |
| Instructions | Serum should be allowed to clot at room temperature, then centrifuged at 1500 x g for 10 minutes. Serum should be separated ASAP. Refrigerate all specimens at 2°-8°C until ready for testing. If serum or plasma specimens will not be tested within 48hrs, they should be stored at or below -20°C if not tested within 48hrs. Reject criteria: Grossly hemolyzed specimens. Note: Further diagnostic workup and/or serology testing is available upon request. Serum is the only acceptable specimen for these serology tests. |
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| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Testing Schedule | Daily |
| Expected TAT | 1 Day |
| Clinical Use | Diagnosis of Mononucleosis. Suggest performing an EBV panel if the monospot test is negative. |
| CPT Code(s) | 86308 |
| Lab Section | Hematology |