Casandra
Casandra Test Code LC77134Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
IgG, Immunoglobulin G (RDL)
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
The measurement of gamma globulin in serum and other body fluids aids in the diagnosis of autoimmune diseases, sarcoidosis, chronic liver disease, chronic and recurrent infections, lymphoid malignancies, multiple myeloma and severe combined and variable immuno-deficiencies.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Automated Analyzer (Turbidimetry)
Biomarkers
IgG, Immunoglobulin G
AnalyteConcentration
Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
LOINC Codes
Order Codes
- 2465-3 - IgG SerPl-mCnc
Result Codes
- 2465-3 - IgG SerPl-mCnc
Result Turnaround Time
4-6 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Container
Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
Collection Instructions
Separate serum from cells within one hour of collection. Transfer to a plastic transport tube before shipping.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerate or freeze.
Causes for Rejection
Grossly hemolyzed; bacterial contamination; lipemic specimen; icteric specimen; non-serum specimen types
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 60 days |
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