Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD19058Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Deoxypyridinoline Crosslinks, Urine
Also known as: DPD Cross Link Urine, Urinary Crosslinks DPD, D-Pyrilinks
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Deoxypyridinoline crosslinks in urine are used to monitor response to antiresorptive therapy in postmenopausal women and individuals with osteoporosis. This marker assists in assessing bone resorption but does not replace bone mineral density (BMD) screening for diagnosing osteoporosis.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (Quantitative Enzyme Immunoassay)
Biomarkers
Creatinine
AnalyteCreatinine • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Deoxypyridinoline/Creatinine
AnalyteDeoxypyridinoline/Creatinine • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
4-15 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Urine
Volume
3.5 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Plastic urine aliquot tube (screw cap)
Collection Instructions
First‑morning void; mix well and transfer 3.5 mL of urine to a clear aliquot tube
Patient Preparation
First‑morning void
Storage Instructions
Transport frozen
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 90 days |