Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD39232Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Lab Quest DiagnosticsLab Test ID 12600CPT Codes 86695, 86696, 86788, 86789, 86651, 86652, 86653, 86654, 86727, 86735
Meningoencephalitis (Encephalitis) Panel, CSF
Clinical Use
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This panel may assist in identifying infectious agents causing encephalitis or meningoencephalitis.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (IHC)
Biomarkers
8 components
California Encephalitis Virus Antibody Panel, IFA, CSF • IFAEastern Equine Encephalitis Virus Antibody, IFA, CSF • IFAHerpes Simplex Virus 1/2 (IgG) Type Antibody, CSF • IFALymphocytic Choriomeningitis (LCM) Virus (IgG, IgM) Antibody, IFA, CSF • IFA+4 more
Result Turnaround Time
Not provided.
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Cerebrospinal Fluid
Volume
5 mL
Minimum Volume
2.7 mL
Container
sterile, leak‑proof container
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis; grossly icteric
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 4 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |