Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD99565Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
HSP‑70 Antibody (Anti‑68 kd Antigen)
Also known as: Meniere's Disease, 68 Kilodalton Antigen, Sensorineural Hearing Loss (SNHL), Heat Shock Protein 70
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Detection of antibodies to the 68‑kilodalton (HSP‑70) inner ear antigen may aid in identifying autoimmune or idiopathic sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL), including Menière’s disease; antibody positivity has been associated with corticosteroid-responsive inner ear disease and may support diagnosis and management in context of other clinical findings.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (Western Blot)
Biomarkers
HSP‑70 antibody (anti‑68 kD antigen)
ProteinWestern blot detection • Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Result Turnaround Time
5 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1‑2 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Red‑top (no additive) tube
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis; gross lipemia
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 21 days |