CANCER ANTIGEN 19-9

Test Code

LAB8415 (MISCELLANEOUS)

CPT Codes
86301

Preferred Specimen

Gold Tube (SST)

Patient Preparation
None

Minimum Volume

1 mL

Instructions

Centrifuge for complete separation of serum from red cells.

Transport Container

Gold tube

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate

Specimen Stability

2-8°C up to 48 hours

Methodology
Chemiluminometric Immunoassay

Setup Schedule

M, T, W, Th, F, Sa, Sun

As received; STAT testing not available

Reference Range

0.0 - 25.0 U/mL

Clinical Significance

CA 19-9 aids in the management of patients diagnosed with cancers of the exocrine pancreas. CA 19-9 values must be interpreted in conjunction with all other clinical and laboratory data before a medical decision is determined.

Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central 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.