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Test Code LAB57 Carcinoembryonic Antigen (CEA)

Methodology

Cobas ECLIA electrochemiluminescence

 

Results from different manufacturers or methods may not be comparable. Serial testing should be performed using the same method.

 

Literature Reference:

Package insert: Carcinoembryonic Antigen. CEA. Roche Corporation 09/2020

Performing Laboratory

Barnes-Jewish Hospital Laboratory

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: Plasma

Container/Tube: Mint green 

Specimen Volume: Full tube

 

 

St. Louis Children's Test Catalog Note:

Pediatric collection volume: 4.0 mL - minimum 2.0 mL

Specimen Transport Temperature

Ambient

Reference Values

0.0 - 5.0 ng/mL (non-smokers)

0.0 - 6.5 ng/mL (smokers)

Literature Reference:

Package insert: Carcinoembryonic Antigen. CEA. Roche Corporation 09/2020

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday
Turnaround Time:
STAT: not available

Routine: results available 2-4 hours of receipt

Test Classification and CPT Coding

82378

Additional Information

For BJH Laboratory Use Only
Alternate Tube Type:

Red Top (serum)

Purple top (K2 & K3 EDTA)

Analyte Stability:

See Analyte Stability Chart under General Information for a complete list.

Laboratory Processing Instructions:
Test performed in BJH Core lab.  Processed by automated line and delivered to Cobas 8000 for anaylsis. Original specimens are stored refrigerated for 5 days.

LOINC Code Information

Name LOINC Code
Carcinoembryonic Antigen, Serum 2039-6