Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD65487Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Fibrinogen Antigen, Nephelometry
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Low levels of fibrinogen are associated with bleeding most commonly secondary to liver disease or disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC). Fibrinogen is an acute phase reactant and thus elevated levels may be associated with inflammation. Increased concentrations are also associated with increased risk of atherosclerosis.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Fibrinogen Antigen
AnalyteFibrinogen Antigen
Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
LOINC Codes
Result Codes
- 42772-4 - Fibrinogen Ag PPP Neph-mCnc
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Plasma
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Light Blue (3.2% sodium citrate) tube
Collection Instructions
Overnight fasting is required.
Patient Preparation
Overnight fasting is required.
Causes for Rejection
Hemolysis; lipemia; received room temperature
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Unacceptable |
| Refrigerated | 8 days |
| Frozen | 90 days |
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