| 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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