General

Synonym/Acronym:

Monospot, Epstein-Barr test, heterophil antibody test, IM serology.

Rationale

To assess for Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and assist with diagnosis of infectious mononucleosis.

Patient Preparation

There are no food, fluid, activity, or medication restrictions unless by medical direction.

Normal Findings

(Method: Heterophile antibody test by agglutination; serological tests for EBV early antigen D antibody IgG, EBV nuclear antigen antibody IgG, EBV viral capsid antigen antibody IgG, EBV viral capsid antigen antibody IgM by immunoassay) Negative.

Critical Findings and Potential Interventions

N/A