Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD64606Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Cesium, Serum/Plasma
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Used for monitoring or investigating exposure to cesium, typically in environmental or occupational health contexts.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Cesium
AnalyteCesium • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
5 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Container
Royal blue‑top tube (trace metal‑free; no additive) for serum
Collection Instructions
Promptly centrifuge and separate serum into an acid‑washed plastic screw‑capped vial
Causes for Rejection
Polymer gel separation tube (SST or PST)
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 30 days |
| Refrigerated | 30 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |