Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD86934Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Inflammatory Bowel Disease Differentiation Panel
Also known as: UC, IBD, Ulcerative Colitis, CD, Crohn's Disease
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
This panel is useful in the diagnosis of inflammatory bowel diseases and can help to distinguish patients with ulcerative colitis from those with Crohn’s Disease.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (IA)
Biomarkers
5 targets
ANCA ScreenMyeloperoxidase Antibody (MPO)Proteinase‑3 AntibodySaccharomyces cerevisiae Antibody (ASCA) IgASaccharomyces cerevisiae Antibody (ASCA) IgG
Result Turnaround Time
3-5 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
3‑4 mL Blood
Minimum Volume
1.4 mL Serum
Container
Red Top (No Additive)
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis; Lipemic specimens
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Room Temp: 4 Days |
| Refrigerated | Refrigerated: 7 Days |
| Frozen | Frozen: 21 Days |