Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD68282Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Ethylene Glycol
Also known as: Antifreeze
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Ethylene glycol, a component of antifreeze, may be ingested accidentally or intentionally (e.g., for suicide). While relatively nontoxic itself, it is metabolized to toxic compounds such as glycolic acid and oxalic acid, leading to serious outcomes including neurological disturbances, severe metabolic acidosis, acute renal failure, and cardiopulmonary collapse.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Chromatography
Biomarkers
Ethylene glycol
AnalyteEthylene glycol
Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
1-2 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Whole Blood
Volume
2 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
fluoride/oxalate (grey‑top) tube
Storage Instructions
Refrigerated (cold packs)
Causes for Rejection
Serum separator tube (SST)
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 72 hours |
| Refrigerated | 5 days |
| Frozen | Unacceptable |
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