Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD80140Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Anaplasma phagocytophilum and Ehrlichia chaffeensis Antibody Panel
Clinical Use
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Anaplasma phagocytophilum and Ehrlichia chaffeensis are tick‑borne agents that cause an acute febrile illness which often resembles Rocky Mountain spotted fever, making detection of IgG and IgM antibodies to these organisms clinically useful. ([jdos.nicholsinstitute.com](https://jdos.nicholsinstitute.com/dos/JWRubyMemorial/test/663441?utm_source=openai))
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (IFA)
Biomarkers
4 targets
Anaplasma phagocytophilum IgGAnaplasma phagocytophilum IgMEhrlichia chaffeensis IgGEhrlichia chaffeensis IgM
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1‑2 mL Blood (serum)
Minimum Volume
0.4 mL serum
Container
Red Top (No Additive) or plastic screw‑cap vial
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 Days |
| Refrigerated | 14 Days |
| Frozen | 30 Days |
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