Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD41111Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Cardio IQ® Glucose
Also known as: CardioIQ®, Glucose, Cardio IQ®
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Measurement of serum glucose levels under fasting conditions to aid in the diagnosis of diabetes mellitus, evaluation of carbohydrate metabolism; elevated serum glucose (hyperglycemia) is associated with diabetes and insulin resistance, while low levels indicate hypoglycemia.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Glucose
AnalyteGlucose • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
1-2 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Serum separator tube (SST)
Collection Instructions
Serum submissions must be separated from cells.
Patient Preparation
Fasting required; no consumption of food or beverage other than water for at least 8 hours before testing.
Causes for Rejection
Red-top tube (no gel)
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 4 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 28 days |