Casandra
Casandra Test Code LC42667Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Chromogranin A (Serial Monitor)
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Chromogranin A is used for the long-term serial monitoring of results in patients undergoing therapy. It provides a color graphic summary report of the patient's levels over time, which is useful for monitoring disease progression or response to treatment.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Results from different assay methods should not be used interchangeably for serial monitoring due to potential discrepancies between methodologies. Only one assay method should be used consistently to ensure accurate monitoring of the patient's course of therapy.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (ELISA)
Biomarkers
Chromogranin A
ProteinConcentration / Level
Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
LOINC Codes
Order Codes
- 9811-1 - CgA SerPl-mCnc
Result Codes
- 9811-1 - CgA SerPl-mCnc
- 80563-0 - Report
Result Turnaround Time
3-5 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
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