CA 15-3 (Serial Monitor)

Test ID: 

704763

CPT code:

86300

Synonyms:

CA 15-3

Clinical Use:

Quantitative measurement of cancer antigen 15-3

Specimen Type:

Serum

Requested Volume: 

0.8 mL

Minimum Volume: 

0.3 mL (Note: This volume does not allow for repeat testing.)

Container Type: 

Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube

Collection:

If a red-top tube is used, transfer separated serum to a plastic transport tube.

Storage Instructions:

Refrigrate
Stability Requirements:
Temperature Period
Room temperature 14 days
Refrigerated 14 days
Frozen 14 days
Freeze/thaw cycles Stable x3

Rejection Criteria

Citrate plasma specimen; improper labeling