Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD60767Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Cardio IQ® Homocysteine
Also known as: CardioIQ®, Homocysteine, Cardio IQ®
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
An elevated concentration of Homocysteine is an independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Homocysteine
AnalyteHomocysteine • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Red‑top tube or barrier gel separator tube
Collection Instructions
Place the specimen in a refrigerator or ice bath for 30 minutes after collection. Centrifuge the specimen as soon as possible after complete clot formation. For barrier gel tubes, refrigerate for 30 minutes; do not place in ice bath.
Storage Instructions
Transport refrigerated (cold packs)
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis • Unseparated serum or plasma • Whole blood specimens • Grossly lipemic
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 4 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 6 months |