Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD95052Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Copper, Random Urine
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Copper is an essential element that is a cofactor of many enzymes. Copper metabolism is disturbed in Wilson’s disease, Menkes disease, primary biliary cirrhosis, and Indian childhood cirrhosis. Urinary copper concentrations are also useful to monitor patients on chelation therapy.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
Copper, Random Urine
AnalyteCopper, Random Urine • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Creatinine, Random Urine
AnalyteCreatinine, Random Urine • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
1 day
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Urine
Volume
7 mL random urine
Minimum Volume
3 mL random urine
Container
acid‑washed or metal‑free plastic container
Collection Instructions
Collect urine in an acid‑washed or metal‑free plastic container.
Causes for Rejection
Hemolysis • Fecal contamination
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 5 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 28 days |