Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD07810Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Steroid Panel, PCOS/CAH Differentiation
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
This panel is important in the differential diagnosis of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) versus non‑classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) in women presenting with oligomenorrhea or amenorrhea and signs of androgen excess.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
6 targets
11‑Deoxycortisol17‑HydroxyprogesteroneAndrostenedioneDHEA, UnconjugatedTestosterone, FreeTestosterone, Total
Result Turnaround Time
5-10 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.6 mL
Container
red‑top tube (no gel); subsequent transfer to 13×75 plastic transport tube
Collection Instructions
Collect specimen in red‑top tube (no gel); spin down immediately and pour off into a 13x75 plastic transport tube.
Causes for Rejection
Serum separator tube (SST) • Gross hemolysis • Moderate hemolysis • Gross lipemia • Gross icterus • Plasma
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 6 hours |
| Refrigerated | 72 hours |
| Frozen | 30 days |