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Infectious Mononucleosis Test (Blood)

Alternate Names
IM Test, Glandular Fever Test, Monospot, Infectious Mononucleosis Screen
Test Code
IM
Testing Laboratory
Haematology
Specimen Type

Blood

Container Type

4 mL EDTA (Purple Top)

Container Image
Medicare Rebate

Yes

Out of Pocket Costs
None
Ordering Information

Repeat test after several days if the test is negative and symptoms persist.

Collection Instructions

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Transport Instructions
Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions
Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency
Daily
Min Test Volume
500uL
Add On Test Suitability
Whole Blood Refrigerated (2-8°C) 2 days
Plasma/Serum Refrigerated (2-8°C) 3 days
Plasma/Serum Frozen (-20°C) 1 month*

 

*Subject to sample availability

Container ID
EW, EWP, S, CH
Laboratory Instructions

Instructions for: Metropolitan and Regional Laboratories

  • Testing may be performed on a serum sample if whole blood EDTA is not available.
Accredited Test
Yes