Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD84814Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Protein, Total, Peritoneal Fluid
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Measurement of total protein in peritoneal fluid is useful in the differentiation of exudates and transudates.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Automated Analyzer (Clinical Chemistry)
Biomarkers
Total Protein
AnalyteTotal Protein
Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
1 day
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Body Fluid
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
plastic screw cap vial
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 28 days |
| Frozen | 28 days |
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