Mononucleosis is characterised by the presence of atypical white blood cells (atypical lymphocytes) in an infected person. Patients have these symptoms: fever, sore throat, swollen glands, and fatigue. About 70%–80% of patients with infectious mononucleosis produce these heterophil antibodies, which are not specific for EBV infection but are a good predictor of EBV infection.
Paul Bunnell (Monospot)
£41.40
This is a rapid screening test for infectious mononucleosis (glandular fever), caused by Epstein Bar Virus (EBV). It is an alternative to the monospot blood test which also test for the same. Both tests detect heterophile antibodies, which are not specofic for EBV but are made in response to EBV. Paul-Bunnell test, detects a reaction with sheep red blood cells, whilst the monospot test detects a reaction with horse red blood cells.
Est. Result Turnaround Time : 8 hours
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