Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD29571Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
St. Louis Encephalitis Virus Antibodies (IgG, IgM)
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
IgG titers ≥1:16 suggest exposure (either past or recent), while the presence of IgM indicates recent infection.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
False‑positive results may occur in patients following yellow fever vaccination. Alphavirus and Flavavirus have cross‑reactions.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (Other)
Biomarkers
IgG
ProteinIgG • Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
IgM
ProteinIgM • Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Result Turnaround Time
2-5 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.1 mL
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis • Grossly lipemic • Grossly icteric
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |