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Methodology
Direct Solid Phase Immunoassay
Useful in the detection of infectious mononucleosis heterophile antibodies in serum or plasma. Test kit has not been validated for patients under 4 years. Consider alternate testing if results do not fit clinical presentation.
Specimen Requirements
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Preferred:
Serum Gel Tube
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Serum gel
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Spin down and separate as soon as possible.
2. Label specimen as serum.
Alternate:
Plain, Red-Top Tube
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Plain, red-top
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Spin down and separate as soon as possible.
2. Label specimen as serum.
Alternate:
Specimen Type: Plasma
Container/Tube: Green-top (lithium heparin) or
lavender-top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Spin down and separate as soon as possible.
2. Label specimen as plasma.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Reference Values
Negative
Performing Laboratory
Logan Health Medical Center Laboratory
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86308
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate