CEA

Message

Centrifuge samples within 2 hours of collection.

Test Code

CEA

CPT Codes
82378

Preferred Specimen

1 Gold tube (gel separator)

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL

Other Acceptable Specimens

or 1 Red tube

Instructions

Centrifuge for complete separation of serum and red cells within 2 hours.

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate

Specimen Stability

2-8°C up to 7 days
15-30°C up to 8 hours
Frozen samples are stable

Methodology
Chemiluminescent immunoassay

Setup Schedule

M, T, W, Th, F, Sa

Report Available

Within 24 hours of receipt at the performing laboratory.

Reference Range

0-3 ng/mL

Clinical Significance

Follow-up and therapy management of colorectal carcinoma

Performed By
Alverno Laboratories

Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NCHB2 (Chemistry, Beckman DxI)

Last Updated: June 8, 2023

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