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Lab Test Dictionary

Heterophile, Mono Screen (654) (Routine Back-Up Only)

Methodology

Agglutination


Synonyms

Infectious Mononucleosis; Mono Screen

Specimen Type

Serum

Performing Lab

Quest Diagnostics Chantilly


Epic ID

Other Reference Test

Lab Test Days

Monday-Saturday

Standard TAT

1 Days


Collection Information

Specimen Required

2-4 mL Blood

Container Type

Red Top (No Additive)

Collection Instructions

Serum collected in a serum separator tube is also acceptable.


Processing Information - Lab Use Only

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK

Specimen Stability

Room Temp: 4 Days; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 30 Days

Rejection Criteria

Gross hemolysis

Test Volume Required

1 mL Serum

Minimum Test Volume

0.2 mL Serum


CPT Codes

86308


Revised

09-11-19

Initials

SL