Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD88280Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Fructose, Semen
Also known as: Semen Fructose
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
This test measures seminal fructose, which can be useful when screening for obstruction or absence of the seminal vesicles in males with azoospermia; absence of fructose may indicate absence of seminal vesicles, vas deferens obstruction in that area, or seminal vesicle absence.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Fructose
AnalyteFructose, Semen • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
1-8 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Semen
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Container
plastic, leak‑proof container
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Unacceptable |
| Refrigerated | Unacceptable |
| Frozen | 6 months |
