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CEA

Test Code
LAB57 1230100382


Alias/See Also
CEA
CARCINOEMBRYONIC ANTIGEN
CEAG


CPT Codes
82378

Includes
CARCINOEMBRYONIC AG (NG/ML) IN SER/PLAS


Preferred Specimen
Serum


Transport Container
SST


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
Do not use hemolyzed or turbid specimens.


Reference Range
Reference Range:
 
Non-Smoker:  <= 3.0 ng/mL


Smoker:          <= 5.0 ng/mL


 


Values obtained with different assay methods or kits may be different and cannot be used interchangeably.  Test results cannot be interpreted as absolute evidence for the presence or absence of malignant disease.


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Performing Laboratory
MWH LAB



The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.