A patient's laboratory test results indicate a negative finding on an infectious mononucleosis screen.The health-care provider, however, is concerned that this result could be a false-negative due to an interfering factor.Which of the following could cause such a false-negative finding?
A)Cocaine addition
B)Lymphoma
C)Hepatitis
D)Test conducted fewer than 6 days after exposure to the virus

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The laboratory test for infectious mononucleosis should be performed no sooner than 6 days after exposure to the virus, as it takes time for the body to produce antibodies that can be detected in the test. Testing too soon could result in false-negative results. Cocaine addiction, lymphoma, and hepatitis do not typically interfere with the accuracy of the test.

A Patient's Laboratory Test Results Indicate a Negative Finding on an Infectious