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Mononucleosis Tests

Test Overview

Mononucleosis tests are blood tests to look for antibodies, Opens dialog that indicate mononucleosis, Opens dialog (mono), which is usually caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), Opens dialog. The antibodies are made by the immune system, Opens dialog to fight an infection.

Mono tests include:

  • Rapid mono test. This test detects a type of antibody that forms during certain infections. Rapid mono testing can usually detect antibodies about a week after a person is infected.
  • EBV antibody test. This can detect different types of antibodies to help determine whether you were infected recently or sometime in the past.

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Current as of: April 30, 2024

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