Question 1

how long do blood tests for glandular fever take to run?

Accepted Answer

Day/couple days..: Apparently, glandular fever is a viral infection caused by the epstein-barr virus.  Two blood tests are done. One is a test for antibody to epstein-barr virus, the other is a test for white blood cell count.  The WBC is part of a complete blood count (CBC) and usually takes one day.  The other may be longer, like two to four days, depending on the lab schedule, etc.

Question 2

if it doesn't get better in a couple of days to go back for some blood tests. is it possibly glandular fever?

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Re-ask: I am sorry but i suspect part of your queston may have been cut off. With the info provided, a good response can not be provided.

Question 3

my friend has glandular fever my blood tests shows i had epstein barr in the past. am i safe to kiss her or can i re catch it?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: As long as she has the illness from the same virus you would be immune.As much as 10% of glandular fever/mono is caused by a variety of other viruses. You also may have acquired immunity to those viruses in childhood.

Question 4

i have had blood tests, have found i have glandular fever.i feel exhausted;etc.i have very sore tummy. had it 3 day so far.i off food is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Unfortunately, glandular fever (or infectious mononucleosis, as it is known in the us) is one of those viral infections you have to just let run its course, with supportive care.  The majority of the symptoms will resolve by 2 weeks; the fatigue, however, can persist for a long time, months in some patients.

Question 5

after tonsillitis in june i have had a consistent sore throat that makes me feel as though i am choking, worse with fatigue. tonsils remain swollen. i have had blood tests that came back negative, although showing glandular fever in the past. ?

Accepted Answer

Tonsillitis: Infectious mononucleosis is a cause of prolonged tonsillitis and fatigue. The tonsils may remain swollen after the infection has resolved. If an Otolaryngologist finds no active inflammatory process in your throat, chronic anxiety and stress may be the cause of a sensation of a lump in the throat. Postinfection fatigue may last weeks. If your blood work has normalized I expect improvement soon.

Question 6

i have glandular fever but didn't show in my blood test, what to do?

Accepted Answer

Insufficient info: How do you know that you have glandular fever? What tests were done? If you have persistent fever or enlarged lymph glands please consult a doctor for an in-person evaluation.

Question 7

would a random blood test find glandular fever or do you have to do something specific to find it?

Accepted Answer

EBV: Glandular fever is another term for infectious mononucleosis. Your doctor would have to suspect this and order a very specific test to aid in diagnosis. A routine CBC will not do.

Question 8

why do i have a blood test for glandular fever?

Accepted Answer

For evidence of it.: Apparently, glandular fever is a viral infection caused by the epstein-barr virus.  It can be transmitted by oral contact, like kissing, and airborne saliva droplets.  Physical exam can show swollen lymph nodes, tonsils, liver and spleen, but it may not be clear.  So blood tests are done.  One is a test for antibody to epstein-barr virus, the other is a test for white blood cell count.

Question 9

what sort of blood test can indicate abnormalities if there is inflammation in the penile region? can glandular fever have any connection?

Accepted Answer

Labs are secondary: Visible lesions here are diagnosed primarily on the physical exam. If the lesion could be syphilis, you'll want labs. If the lesion could be chlamydia / gonorrhea, microbe studies. If it's a visible lesion, consider biopsy. Big lymph nodes? History and physical exam.

Question 10

can glandular fever elevate a child's liver enzymes in a blood test if so how long till it goes back to normal?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Infectious mononucleosis or glandular fever can raise liver enzymes because it causes liver dis function . It is temporary and will settle as the illness settles.

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If it doesn't get better in a couple of days to go back for some blood tests. is it possibly glandular fever?

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My friend has glandular fever my blood tests shows i had epstein barr in the past. am i safe to kiss her or can i re catch it?

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I have had blood tests, have found i have glandular fever.i feel exhausted;etc.i have very sore tummy. had it 3 day so far.i off food is this normal?

A member asked:

After tonsillitis in june i have had a consistent sore throat that makes me feel as though i am choking, worse with fatigue. tonsils remain swollen. i have had blood tests that came back negative, although showing glandular fever in the past. ?

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I have glandular fever but didn't show in my blood test, what to do?

A member asked:

Would a random blood test find glandular fever or do you have to do something specific to find it?

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Why do i have a blood test for glandular fever?

A member asked:

What sort of blood test can indicate abnormalities if there is inflammation in the penile region? can glandular fever have any connection?

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Can glandular fever elevate a child's liver enzymes in a blood test if so how long till it goes back to normal?

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