Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD68783Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Tick‑borne Disease, Acute Molecular Panel, Non‑Lyme
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Comprehensive molecular panel for the diagnosis of multiple tick‑borne diseases. This panel streamlines testing by combining real‑time PCR assays for several pathogens to aid in early/acute detection when symptoms overlap and early serology may be non‑diagnostic.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
PCR-based (PCR)
Biomarkers
4 targets
Anaplasma phagocytophilumBabesia microtiBorrelia miyamotoiEhrlichia chaffeensis
Result Turnaround Time
Not provided.
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Whole Blood
Volume
3 mL (1.5 mL minimum)
Minimum Volume
1.5 mL
Container
EDTA (lavender‑top) tube
Storage Instructions
Refrigerated transport; ACD no longer acceptable
Causes for Rejection
Hemolysis; heparin as an anticoagulant
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 48 hours |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |