Casandra
Casandra Test Code LC32007Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Selenium, Whole Blood
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Monitor exposure to selenium; detect selenium deficiency
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
The test's performance characteristics were determined by Labcorp but have not received FDA clearance or approval. Additional confirmatory or reflex testing may be required in some cases. Factors such as specimen handling or exposure to potential contaminates can affect the accuracy of results. Clotted specimens are a cause for rejection.
Test Details
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
Selenium
AnalyteSelenium, Blood
Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
LOINC Codes
Order Codes
- 5722-4 - Selenium Bld-mCnc
Result Codes
- 5722-4 - Selenium Bld-mCnc
Result Turnaround Time
2-4 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Whole Blood
Volume
2 mL
Minimum Volume
0.6 mL
Container
Royal blue-top (EDTA) tube; submit original tube.
Storage Instructions
Maintain specimen at room temperature.
Causes for Rejection
Clotted specimen
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 28 days |
| Refrigerated | 28 days |
| Frozen | 28 days |
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