Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD78219Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Lymphogranuloma Venereum (LGV) Differentiation Antibody Panel, MIF (Serum)
Clinical Use
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This test distinguishes between antibodies to various Chlamydia species, enabling differentiation between Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) serovars (L1) and other Chlamydia infections (D–K), as well as Chlamydophila pneumoniae and C. psittaci. It supports diagnosis of LGV versus other chlamydial etiologies by assessing IgG, IgA, and IgM classes for each organism.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (Multiplex Protein Panel)
Biomarkers
12 targets
C. pneumoniae Ab (IgA)C. pneumoniae Ab (IgG)C. pneumoniae Ab (IgM)C. psittaci Ab (IgA)C. psittaci Ab (IgG)C. psittaci Ab (IgM)C. trachomatis D–K Ab (IgA)C. trachomatis D–K Ab (IgG)+4 more
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL Serum
Minimum Volume
0.2 mL Serum
Container
Red Top (No Additive)
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 Days |
| Refrigerated | 14 Days |
| Frozen | 30 Days |