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Mono

Also known as: Mononucleosis spot test, Mononuclear heterophile test, Heterophile antibody test, Monospot
Formal name: Heterophile antibody titer
Related tests: Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) antibodies, Complete blood count (CBC)
At A Glance
 
Why get tested?
To get screened for mononucleosis

When to get tested?
If you have symptoms of mononucleosis, including fever, sore throat, swollen glands, and fatigue

Sample required?
A blood sample drawn from a vein in your arm



This article was last reviewed on December 2, 2005.
 
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