CEA, PLEURAL FLUID

Test Code

LAB7881

CPT Codes
82378

Preferred Specimen

1 Red tube (pleural fluid)

Patient Preparation
None

Minimum Volume

0.2 mL (1 mL optimal)

Instructions

Centrifuge and perform testing on supernatant

Transport Container

Red tube

Specimen Stability

2-8°C up to 7 days

Methodology
ECLIA (EIA by Chemiluminescence)

Setup Schedule

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

Batched; daily

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.