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
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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 |
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