Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD73230Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Enterovirus Panel, CF, CSF
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Detectable antibodies to enteroviruses in CSF may indicate central nervous system infection. Patients with detectable titers should be further evaluated using molecular methods to directly identify enteroviruses in the CSF.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (Complement Fixation)
Biomarkers
11 targets
Coxsackievirus A10 AbCoxsackievirus A16 AbCoxsackievirus A2 AbCoxsackievirus A4 AbCoxsackievirus A7 AbCoxsackievirus A9 AbEchovirus 11 AbEchovirus 30 Ab+3 more
Result Turnaround Time
Not provided.
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Cerebrospinal Fluid
Volume
5 mL
Minimum Volume
2 mL
Container
sterile, leak‑proof container
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis; grossly icteric
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
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