Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD69233Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Enterovirus/Parechovirus RNA, Qualitative Real‑Time PCR
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Detection of Enterovirus and Parechovirus genomic RNA is useful in the diagnosis of aseptic meningitis and neonatal sepsis (Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute‑San Juan Capistrano)
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
PCR-based (PCR)
Biomarkers
Enterovirus RNA
OtherQualitative detection • Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Parechovirus RNA
OtherQualitative detection • Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Result Turnaround Time
2-3 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Cerebrospinal Fluid
Volume
0.7 mL (preferred); minimum 0.3 mL
Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Container
Sterile, leak‑proof container
Storage Instructions
Refrigerate‑OK/Frozen‑OK
Causes for Rejection
Specimens containing heparin; calcium alginate swabs
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 48 hours |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |