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CEA, PLEURAL FLUID

Test Code
CEAPL


CPT Codes
82378

Minimum Volume
0.2 mL body fluid


Other Acceptable Specimens
or 1 Red tube


Instructions
Centrifuge and perform testing on supernatant


Specimen Stability
2-8°C up to 7 days


Methodology
ECLIA (EIA by Chemiluninescence)

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


Performed By
Alverno Laboratories

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


Last Updated: April 25, 2023


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