Test Code LAB0205997 Carcinoembryonic Antigen (CEA), Plasma or Serum

Methodology

ABBOTT/Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay

CentraCare Laboratory Services

Specimen Type: Plasma

Container/Tube:

Preferred: Green top (Lithium heparin/PST)

Acceptable: Serum(Red top,Gold /SST), or Na Heparin plasma (label specimen appropriately)

Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL

Minimum Volume: 0.25 ml

Refrigerated

0-5 ng/mL (Smoking may increase values.)

Serum markers are not specific for malignancy, and values may vary by method.

Monday through Sunday

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