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Neuron Specific Enolase (NSE), Serum
Test Code34476
CPT Codes
86316
Preferred Specimen
1 mL serum
Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 30 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 30 days
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Hemolysis
Methodology
Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Setup Schedule
Set up: Wed, Sat; Report available: 2-4 days
Clinical Significance
Quantitative determination of NSE in serum may be valuable in the management of patients with suspected or diagnosed SCLC or neuroblastoma, to monitor the effect of treatment, to aid in the detection of recurrent disease, and to evaluate prognosis in patients.