Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD18100Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
QHerit™ 421 Diseases, Female
Clinical Use
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QHerit™ 421 Diseases, Female is a carrier‑screening test designed to assess genetic variations across 421 genes associated with disorders that may be inherited by offspring. It is intended for use in adult female patients who may be carriers, to inform reproductive planning and assess risk of passing variants to children.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
NGS (Targeted)
Biomarkers
NGS sequencing • Targeted
Result Turnaround Time
Not provided.
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Whole Blood
Volume
10 mL
Minimum Volume
2 mL
Container
EDTA (lavender‑top) tube
Collection Instructions
Collect 10 mL whole blood in EDTA (lavender‑top) tube
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | Unacceptable |
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