Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD91923Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE), CSF
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
ACE, CSF is useful in diagnosing patients with sarcoidosis involving the central nervous system (CNS) and meninges.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE)
AnalyteACE activity • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Cerebrospinal Fluid
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Container
Plastic screw‑cap vial / sterile leak‑proof container
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 4 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 60 days |