Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD76706Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Desmoglein Antibodies (1 and 3)
Also known as: DSG 3, DSG 1, Pemphigus Foliaceus, Pemphigus Vulgaris
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
To detect the presence of autoantibody specific to Desmoglein 1 and/or Desmoglein 3 in a patient’s serum as an aid in diagnosing the type of pemphigus.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (ELISA)
Biomarkers
Desmoglein 1
ProteinELISA • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Desmoglein 3
ProteinELISA • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
3 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1.0 mL serum
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 14 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 28 days |
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