Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD30405Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Lab Quest DiagnosticsLab Test ID 327
Cell Count and Differential, Pleural Fluid
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
This test quantifies total nucleated cells and differentiates cellular components in pleural fluid, aiding in diagnosing conditions such as infection, malignancy, inflammation, or hemorrhage in pleural effusions.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Specimen must be processed promptly; delays or clotting may compromise cellular integrity and accuracy of counts.
Test Details
Methodology
Automated Analyzer
Biomarkers
Concentration / Level (6 genes)
Differential count (neutrophilslymphocytesmonocyteseosinophilsmacrophagesmesothelial cells)
Nucleated cell count
AnalyteNucleated cell count • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
Not provided.
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Body Fluid
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
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