Department
Haematology
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
MONO
Test Code (Numeric Code)
1018
Laboratory Handling
Sample Stability
3 days
Synonyms
Infectious Mononucleosis Screen
Paul Bunnell Test
Glandular Fever Test
Turnaround Time
24 hours
Specimen Type
- Whole Blood
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- EDTA (Lavender Cap)
Acceptable
- Lithium Heparin - Non-gel (Green Cap)
- Plain (Red Top)
- SST II (Gold Cap)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
3
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- EDTA (Lavender Cap)
Acceptable
- Lithium Heparin - Non-gel (Green Cap)
- Plain (Red Top)
- SST II (Gold Cap)
Last updated: 14/01/2026