Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD90198Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Lab Quest DiagnosticsLab Test ID 16381
Catecholamines, Fractionated, Supine, Plasma
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Measurement of fractionated catecholamines (epinephrine, norepinephrine, dopamine, and total catecholamines) in plasma collected in the supine position is used to evaluate disorders involving catecholamine secretion, such as pheochromocytomas and paragangliomas. Supine collection minimizes physiologic elevation related to posture and optimizes diagnostic accuracy.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
4 targets
Catecholamines, TotalDopamineEpinephrineNorepinephrine
Result Turnaround Time
Not provided.
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Plasma
Volume
2 mL (1 mL minimum)
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Container
sodium heparin (green-top) tube; acceptable: EDTA (lavender-top) tube
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