Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD02427Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Cladosporium herbarum (M2) IgE
Also known as: ImmunoCAP®
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
This test measures immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies in serum against the mold allergen Cladosporium herbarum (M2), aiding in the identification of potential allergic sensitization to this mold.
Special Instructions
Orderable at Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute (San Juan Capistrano). No special patient preparation needed.
Limitations
Analytical performance characteristics were established by Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute; not FDA-cleared or -approved. Should not be used alone for diagnosis without confirmation by other medically established means.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (IA)
Biomarkers
Cladosporium herbarum (M2) IgE
ProteinIgE • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
2-4 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
0.3 mL
Minimum Volume
0.15 mL
Container
Red Top (No Additive)
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 14 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 Days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
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