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HelpTest Code LAB3217 Mono Screen reflex to EBV
Clinical System Name
Infectious Mono Screen reflex to EBV
Synonyms
MonoScr Rflx
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Whole Blood
Container(s): Gold SST, Red, Gold Microtainer
Preferred Vol: 1.5 mL
Minimum Vol: 1.0 mL
Notes: Plasma is unacceptable.
A heterophile antibody response is only observed in approximately 50% of children 4 years of age and younger.
Processing Instructions
Reject due to: Insufficient Quantity, Plasma, Age of specimen
Spin: Y
Aliquot: Y
Storage location: Core 5 Refrigerator.
SCH: Samples should be given to Core Lab.
Regional Clinics: Samples should be given to Regional Clinic Lab.
Non-Children's Hospital Off-site collection: Spin blood and transfer serum to plastic tube and refrigerate or freeze.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | RT |
≤ 4 h |
| Serum | 2-8 C |
≤ 48 h |
| Serum | -20 C or -70 C |
≤ 1 m |
Availability
See individual tests for availability.
Performing Laboratory
Seattle Children's Laboratory
Department
Department: Core Chemistry
Phone Number: 206-987-2617 (Client Services)
CPT Codes
86308
Methodology
Method: Color immunochromatographic dipstick technology with bovine erythrocytes
Analytical Volume: 0.1 mL serum or EDTA plasma
Description
Mono Screen with reflex order to EBV antibody panel if negative.