Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD05362Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Lab Quest DiagnosticsLab Test ID 12598CPT Codes 86695, 86696, 86727, 86735, 86765, 86787, 86788, 86789
Encephalitis Antibody Panel, CSF
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
This panel may assist in identifying infectious agents causing encephalitis or meningoencephalitis.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (IFA)
Biomarkers
12 targets
HSV 1 IgG IndexHSV 2 IgG IndexLymphocytic Choriomeningitis (LCM) Virus IgGLymphocytic Choriomeningitis (LCM) Virus IgMMeasles (Rubeola) IgGMeasles (Rubeola) IgMMumps Ab IgGMumps Ab IgM+4 more
Result Turnaround Time
0 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Cerebrospinal Fluid
Volume
5 mL
Minimum Volume
1.7 mL
Container
sterile, leak‑proof container
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis; grossly icteric
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 4 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
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