Test Code C125 Cancer Antigen 125 (CA 125), Serum or Plasma
Methodology
Electrochemiluminescence
Manufacturer: Roche
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lithium heparin (light green-top)
Acceptable: Serum Gel
Draw blood, spin down and send 1 mL (pediatric: 0.2 mL) of plasma or serum.
Reject Due To
Hemolysis |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
ok |
Lipemia |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
ok |
Icterus |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
ok |
Reference Values
<38 U/mL
Results cannot be interpreted as absolute evidence of the presence or absence of disease.
Serum markers are not specific for malignancy, and values may vary by method.
*Patient results determined by assays using different manufacturers for methods may not be comparable.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
CPT Coding
86304
Performing Laboratory
Huntsville Hospital Laboratory
Secondary ID
HHA1442
LOINC Code
Test Name | LOINC Code |
---|---|
Cancer Antigen 125 (CA 125), Serum or Plasma |
10334-1 |
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type |
Temperature |
Time |
Plasma,lithium heparin / Serum |
RT, spun |
8 hrs |
Refrigerated, spun |
5 days |