Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD27796Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Adrenal Antibody Screen with Reflex to Titer
Also known as: Adrenal Cortex Antibody, Anti-Adrenal Antibody
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Detection of adrenal autoantibodies is useful in evaluating patients for autoimmune adrenal disease such as Addison’s disease, where presence of these antibodies suggests an autoimmune etiology.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (IFA)
Biomarkers
2 components
Adrenal Antibody Screen • IFAAdrenal Antibody Titer (reflex) • IFA
Result Turnaround Time
4-8 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
2 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Red top (No Additive)
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis, gross lipemia and gross icteria
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 48 hours |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
