Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD50792Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Carnitine, Random, Urine
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Measurement of free and total carnitine in a random urine specimen is useful in evaluation of metabolic conditions affecting carnitine metabolism and transport, including suspected primary or secondary carnitine deficiency.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
AC/FC Ratio
AnalyteAC/FC Ratio • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Free Carnitine
AnalyteFree Carnitine • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Total Carnitine
AnalyteTotal Carnitine • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
2-8 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Urine
Volume
1.5 mL random urine
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Container
plastic 10 mL urine tube
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Unacceptable |
| Refrigerated | 72 hours |
| Frozen | 1 year |