Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD85170Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Cobalt, Random Urine
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Not provided.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
Cobalt
AnalyteCobalt • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
Not provided.
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Urine
Volume
7 mL
Minimum Volume
3 mL
Container
Acid-washed or metal‑free plastic container
Collection Instructions
Avoid worksite collection. Collect random urine in acid‑washed or metal‑free container.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerated (cold packs)
Causes for Rejection
Specimens submitted in non‑trace element tube or non acid‑washed/non metal‑free container may be accepted but results may not be accurate; a re‑submission with a trace element tube/container is recommended for elevated results.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 48 hours |
| Refrigerated | 5 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
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