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Test Code MS Mononucleosis Screen

Cerner Test Code

MONO

Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen

Preferred: Gold SST

Acceptable: Lavender, Red Top or Green PST

Specimen Draw Volume

Volume: 2.0 mL

Minimum Volume: 1.0 mL

Processing Instructions

Draw in a Gold SST tube. Allow tube to clot for 30 minutes and then centrifuge. Aliquot a minimum of 0.5 mL serum and refrigerate.

Stability

Stability: Refrigerated 48 hours, >48 hours freeze

Performed Test Frequency

Everyday

CPT(s)

86308

Methodology

Direct Solid Phase Immunoassay

Performing Location

MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Hematology