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CA 19-9
MessageValues obtained with different assay methodologies should not be used interchangeably in serial testing. It is recommended that only one assay method be used consistently to monitor a patient's course of therapy. This procedure does not provide serial mon
Test Code
002261
CPT Codes
86301
Preferred Specimen
Serum
Minimum Volume
0.3 mL (NOTE:This volume does NOT allow for repeat testing.)
Instructions
If a red-top tube is used, transfer separated serum to a plastic transport tube.
Transport Container
Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Specimen Stability
14 days
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Citrate plasma specimen; improper labeling
Methodology
Electrochemiluminescence Immunoassay (ECLIA)
Setup Schedule
Monday through Friday 1st shift, Sunday 1st shift
