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CANCER ANTIGEN 19 9

Test Code
CA199


CPT Codes
86301

Preferred Specimen
1 Gold tube (gel separator)


Minimum Volume

0.5 mL



Instructions

Centrifuge for complete separation of serum and red cells. Separate and refrigerate until tested.



Transport Temperature

Refrigerate



Specimen Stability
2-8°C up to 48 hours


Methodology
Chemiluminometric Immunoassay

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


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.



Performed By
Alverno Laboratories

Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab  
NCHB3 (Chemistry, Centaur)


Last Updated: April 25, 2023


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