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Cancer Antigen 125 (CA 125)
684
Methodology: | Quantitative Electrochemiluminescent Immunoassay |
Performed: | Sun-Sat |
Reported: | 1-2 days |
Specimen Required: | Patient Preparation: None required. Collect: Serum Separator Tube (SST) – 0.5 ml serum. Specimen Preparation: Collect all blood samples observing universal precautions for venipuncture. Allow blood samples to clot (15 mins). Separate the serum from the cells by centrifuging for10 minutes. Store serum at 2-8°C until analysis Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated Stability: After separation of cells: Refrigerated: 1 week: Frozen: 2 weeks Note: Freeze samples only once and mix thoroughly after thawing. Reject Creteria: Mislabeled; broken or damaged tubes. Note: * This test is approved for all states. * Performing Lab Accu Reference Medical Laboratory |
CPT Code(s): | 86304 |