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Infectious Mono Screen
| Test Name: | Infectious Mono Screen | ||
| Epic Order Code: | LAB482 | ||
| CPT Code: | 86308 | ||
| Specimen(s) Type: | Serum; 1.0 - 2.0 mL | ||
| Acceptable Container(s): |   Tops are gold and red. | ||
| Testing Schedule: | Test performed daily | ||
| Turn Around Time: | Stat: 1 hour | ||
| Routine: Batched at 7 a.m. and 2 p.m. | |||
| Collection Information: | No special patient preparation is required. Obtain specimen by standard collection procedures. | ||
| Transport Information: | Deliver to lab immediately. All specimens must be signed into the laboratory. | ||
| Reference Client: | If unable to deliver to lab immediately, centrifuge the specimen and separate the serum from the red cells. Store and transport at 2-8° C for up to 48 hours. If longer storage is required the specimen should be frozen at -20° C. | ||
| Causes for Rejection: | Improperly labeled, incorrect container, contaminated, insufficient volume, excessive hemolysis. | ||
| Reference Range: | Negative | ||
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