Cancer Antigen (CA) 15-3
Test Code: 143404
Performing Lab: LabCorp
CPT Code: 86300 001
Synonym
CA 15-3
Specimen Type
Serum
Specimen Container
Gel-barrier tube (preferred) or red-top tube
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.7 mL (NOTE:This volume does NOT allow for repeat testing.)
Specimen Handling
If a red-top tube is used, transfer separated serum to a plastic transport tube.
Unacceptable Conditions
Citrate plasma specimen; improper labeling
Temperature
Room temperature
Methodology
Electrochemiluminescence Immunoassay (ECLIA)
Stability
Room Temperature: 14 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 14 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 14 days
TAT
Within 1 day
| Result Code | Result Name | LOINC |
|---|---|---|
| 143413 | Cancer Antigen 15-3 | 6875-9 |
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