Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD49624Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Pecan Food IgG4
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
The clinical utility of food‑specific IgG4 tests has not been clearly established. Physicians sometimes use allergen‑specific IgG4 to evaluate patients prior to or during immunotherapy. These tests can be used in special clinical situations.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (ELISA)
Biomarkers
Pecan IgG4
AnalytePecan IgG4 • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
2-3 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
0.5 mL
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
Red Top, Plain
Collection Instructions
Collect plain red tube via venipuncture. Centrifuge and transfer 0.5 mL serum into a transfer tube.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 1 week |
| Refrigerated | 4 weeks |
| Frozen | >4 weeks |