Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD58629Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Protein, Total, Synovial Fluid
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
An elevated total protein level in synovial fluid confirms the presence of an inflammatory process. Monitoring of total protein in synovial fluid helps in the differential diagnosis of joint effusions and may indicate conditions such as arthritis or synovitis.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Total Protein
AnalyteTotal Protein • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
2-4 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Cerebrospinal Fluid
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
sterile plastic screw-cap container
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 28 days |