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CEA
MessageCentrifuge 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