Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD76646Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Treponema pallidum Antibody, IFA (CSF)
Also known as: T. pallidum Ab, CSF, FTA ABS
Clinical Use
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This immunofluorescence assay (IFA), also known as the fluorescent treponemal antibody absorption assay (FTA‑ABS), may aid in the diagnosis of neurosyphilis, detecting treponemal antibodies in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF); it is noted that for neurosyphilis diagnosis, results should be evaluated in conjunction with clinical presentation and that the VDRL is the recommended method.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (IFA)
Biomarkers
Treponema pallidum antibody
ProteinIFA
Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Result Turnaround Time
2-5 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Cerebrospinal Fluid
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.1 mL
Container
sterile, leak‑proof container
Causes for Rejection
Grossly hemolyzed • Lipemic • Icteric samples
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
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