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HelpTest Code C199 Carbohydrate Antigen 19-9 (CA 19-9)
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
Males: <35 U/mL
Females: <35 U/mL
*Patient results determined by assays using different manufacturers for methods may not be comparable.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
CPT Coding
86301
Performing Laboratory
Huntsville Hospital Laboratory
Secondary ID
HHA1486
LOINC Code
| Test Name | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
|
Carbohydrate Antigen 19-9 (CA 19-9) |
24108-3 |
Specimen Stability Information
|
Specimen Type |
Temperature |
Time |
|
Plasma,lithium heparin / Serum |
RT, spun |
5 days |
|
Refrigerated, spun |
2 weeks |