Test Category: Haematology
Investigation Name:Glandular Fever Screen (GF)
Alias or Abbreviation:Infectious Mononucleosis Screen, Paul Bunnell Test
Accreditation:UKAS ISO15189:2022 Accredited test: On scope
Intro:
The glandular fever test aids in the diagnosis of Infectious Mononucleosis, a viral infection commonly caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). It typically affects adolescents and your adults, presenting with symptoms such as sore throat, fever, lymphadenopathy and fatigue.The test is a lateral flow test which detects heterophile antibodies. Early infections may five false negatives.
Pathology Laboratory:Haematology Laboratory
Requestable Seperately?No
E-Requesting Tab:BASIC-Blds
Minimum Sample Volume:2mL
Expected Turnaround Time:24 hours
Test Code:IM
Sample Type:
EDTA Tube (Purple top)Maximum Add on Time:3 day(s)
Complex Reference Range:Reported as either positive or negative.
Collection Conditions / Other Information:A GF screen can also be performed on a serum gel tube (gold) however EDTA is the preferred sample type
Referred to Another Laboratory?No
Storage Requirements:Store at room temperature prior to dispatch
EQA Scheme:UK NEQAS Haematology
Methodology:Lateral flow
Site Sample Tested:New Cross Hospital - Haematology Laboratory
Walsall Manor Hospital - Haematology Laboratory
Midland Metropolitan University Hospital - Haematology Laboratory
Russells Hall Hospital - Haematology Laboratory
