Casandra
Casandra Test Code LC05823Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Lupus Anticoagulant/Cardiolipin Antibody (Esoterix)
Clinical Use
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This test evaluates for lupus anticoagulant antibodies and anticardiolipin antibodies, which are implicated in antiphospholipid syndrome (APS). Detection supports clinical assessment of thrombotic risk and autoimmune conditions.
Special Instructions
This test will reflex to immediate aPTT Mixing Studies if aPTT is more than three seconds above the upper end of the reference interval.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (ELISA)
Biomarkers
16 targets
anticardiolipin antibody, IgGanticardiolipin antibody, IgMaPTTAPTT 1:1 NPAPTT 1:1 salinedilute Russell's viper venom time (dRVVT) confirm secondsdilute Russell's viper venom time (dRVVT) ratiodilute Russell's viper venom time (dRVVT) screen seconds+8 more
Result Turnaround Time
5-7 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Plasma
Volume
Three tubes of citrated plasma with 2 mL each
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
Blue‑top (sodium citrate) tubes
Collection Instructions
Plasma must be separated from cells within 45 minutes of venipuncture. Send plasma in plastic transport tubes.
Storage Instructions
Freeze.