Casandra
Casandra Test Code LC64666Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Immunofixation (IFE) and Protein Electrophoresis, Cerebrospinal Fluid
Also known as: CSF IEP, CSF IFE, CSF Immunoelectrophoresis, CSF Immunofixation, Globulins, CSF
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Evaluate possible multiple sclerosis, subacute sclerosing panencephalitis, and other chronic CNS disorders associated with local IgG synthesis
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
The test requires a minimum volume of cerebrospinal fluid for analysis and any specimen that is bloody or below the minimum volume may result in rejection. Results can be affected by these conditions.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (Multiplex Protein Panel)
Biomarkers
8 targets
Albumin, CSFAlpha-1-Globulin, CSFAlpha-2-Globulin, CSFBeta Globulin, CSFGamma Globulin, CSFImmunofixation of CSFPre-Albumin, CSFTotal Protein, CSF
LOINC Codes
Result Codes
- 13174-8 - Interpretation CSF IFE-Imp
- 2880-3 - Prot CSF-mCnc
- 13973-3 - Prealb MFr CSF Elph
- 13974-1 - Albumin MFr CSF Elph
- 13972-5 - Alpha1 Glob MFr CSF Elph
- 13975-8 - Alpha2 Glob MFr CSF Elph
- 13976-6 - B-Globulin MFr CSF Elph
- 13977-4 - Gamma glob MFr CSF Elph
Result Turnaround Time
4-8 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Cerebrospinal Fluid
Volume
5 mL
Minimum Volume
2 mL
Container
Sterile container
Storage Instructions
Refrigerate
Causes for Rejection
Bloody CSF; less than 2 mL CSF
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