Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD84102Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
OmegaCheck®
Also known as: Omega 3 and 6 Fatty Acids
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
OmegaCheck® may be performed on individuals with hypercholesterolemia, hypertriglyceridemia, hypertension, and/or those at high metabolic or cardiovascular risk.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
9 targets
Arachidonic Acid (AA)Arachidonic Acid/EPA RatioDHADPAEPALinoleic Acid (LA)Omega‑3 TotalOmega‑6 Total+1 more
LOINC Codes
Result Codes
- 90912‑7
- 90914‑3
- 90913‑5
- 90916‑8
- 90917‑6
- 90908‑5
- 90915‑0
- 90911‑9
- 90910‑1
- 90909‑3
Result Turnaround Time
5 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Whole Blood
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
EDTA (lavender‑top) tube
Collection Instructions
Collect and label sample according to standard protocols; gently invert tube 8‑10 times immediately after draw. DO NOT SHAKE. Do not centrifuge.
Patient Preparation
Fasting preferred but not required
Storage Instructions
Store and transport refrigerated
Causes for Rejection
Lipemic samples; specimens other than EDTA whole blood; improper labeling; samples not stored properly; samples older than stability limits
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 28 days |
| Refrigerated | 28 days |
| Frozen | UNACCEPTABLE at −20 °C; 28 days at −70 °C |