Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD21209Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis Evaluation
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Used to support the clinical diagnosis of hypersensitivity pneumonitis by detecting IgG antibodies to various environmental antigens such as molds and thermophilic bacteria known to induce HP.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
This test was performed using a kit that has not been cleared or approved by the FDA. The analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics, and results should not be used for diagnosis without confirmation by other medically established means.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (Multiplex Protein Panel)
Biomarkers
11 targets
Alternaria alternata (m6)Aspergillus fumigatusAureobasidium pullulans (m12)Cladosporium herbarumPenicillium notatumPhoma sppSaccharopolyspora rectivirgulaThermoactinomyces candidus+3 more
Result Turnaround Time
5-8 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
3 mL
Minimum Volume
2 mL
Container
Transport tube; Red Top (No Additive) or SST Gold Tube
Storage Instructions
Send refrigerated on cold pack
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 24 hours |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 31 days |