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Medical Conditions - Monospot Test

The monospot test, also known as the mononuclear test, is a type of antibody test used for infectious mononucleosis due to the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). This test is performed by placing a sample of blood on a slide, a test strip, or other testing devices.

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Will monospot test give accurate results for infectious mononucleosis?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Monospot test has high sensitivity but it is not so accurate.

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