Testing for Infectious Mononucleosis

Keywords: Infectious Mononucleosis, Heterophile, Epstein-Barr Virus, Indirect Immunofluorescence Assay

Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to:

• describe the symptoms of infectious mononucleosis.
• list the assays used to diagnose infectious mononucleosis.
• discuss the sensitivity and specificity of assays used to confirm the diagnosis of infectious mononucleosis.
• interpret the results of heterophile or specific Epstein-Barr virus antibody assays.

The ASCP designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation n the activities.

ASCP designates this activity for a maximum of 1 CMLE credits. This activity meets CMP and state licensure requirements for laboratory personnel.