Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD74206Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
HTLV I/II DNA, Qualitative, Real‑Time PCR
Also known as: Human T Lymphotropic Virus Type I/II DNA, Qualitative, Real-Time PCR
Clinical Use
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Qualitative detection of human T‑lymphotropic virus types I and II (HTLV‑I and HTLV‑II) proviral DNA in whole blood specimens, used to differentiate infection between HTLV‑I and HTLV‑II for clinical diagnostic purposes.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
PCR-based (RT-PCR)
Biomarkers
HTLV‑I DNA
AnalytePresence/Absence
Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
HTLV‑II DNA
AnalytePresence/Absence
Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
LOINC Codes
Result Codes
- 44537-9 - HTLV I DNA Bld Ql NAA+probe
- 44542-9 - HTLV II DNA Bld Ql NAA+probe
Result Turnaround Time
3-6 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Whole Blood
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Lavender‑top (EDTA); Acceptable: Yellow top (ACD solution A)
Collection Instructions
Draw whole blood in a lavender‑top (EDTA) tube or yellow‑top (ACD solution A) tube.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerate whole blood.
Causes for Rejection
Hemolysis; Heparin or ACD anticoagulant
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 48 hours |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
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