Casandra
Casandra Test Code AR13793Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
HER2/neu by Immunoassay, Serum
Also known as: HER2 QUANT
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
May be used to monitor metastatic breast cancer in patients. Use in conjunction with other clinical findings.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Values obtained with different assay methods or kits cannot be used interchangeably. Results cannot be interpreted as absolute evidence of the presence or absence of malignant disease.
Test Details
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (CLIA)
Biomarkers
HER-2/neu
ProteinConcentration / Level
Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
LOINC Codes
Result Codes
- 42914-2 - Her2 Ag Ser IA-mCnc
Result Turnaround Time
5-10 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Container
Plain red or serum separator tube (SST)
Collection Instructions
Transfer 1 mL serum to an ARUP standard transport tube.
Storage Instructions
CRITICAL FROZEN.
Causes for Rejection
Hemolyzed or thawed specimens.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Unacceptable |
| Refrigerated | Unacceptable |
| Frozen | Indefinitely |
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