Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD40546Version 1 (DRAFT)
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Lab Quest DiagnosticsLab Test ID N/A
Indican Urine Test
Clinical Use
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The indican urine test measures indican levels in urine, which reflect intestinal bacterial fermentation of tryptophan. Elevated indican can indicate intestinal dysbiosis, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), protein malabsorption, or other digestive disorders.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
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Test Details
Methodology
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Biomarkers
Indican
AnalyteIndican
Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
3-15 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Urine
Volume
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Minimum Volume
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Collection Instructions
Random urine sample in a sterile container. Refrigerate immediately if not shipping same-day.
Patient Preparation
No fasting required. Stop alcohol 24 hours before and iodine or bile supplements 72 hours before collection.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerate immediately if not shipping same-day.
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