Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD73355Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Salicylate
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Measurement of serum salicylate is used to assess potential overdose and monitor therapeutic use; serum level correlates with the degree of toxicity. Systemic uses include antipyresis, analgesia, treatment of acute rheumatic fever, rheumatoid arthritis, and other inflammatory conditions.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Salicylate
AnalyteSalicylate • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
Not provided.
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
2 mL
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
Red Top Tube (NO GEL)
Storage Instructions
Refrigerated
Causes for Rejection
EDTA plasma is not acceptable; gross hemolysis; hyperlipemic
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 2 weeks |