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HelpTest Code LAB777 CA 19-9
Performing Lab
Arnot Ogden Medical Center
Ordering Recommendations
Potentially useful adjunct for diagnosis and monitoring of pancreatic cancer.
Collect
Heparinized Plasma or Serum
Collection Device
Green or Gold Top Tube
Specimen Volume
5 mL
Stability (from collection to initiation)
| Room Temp | 8 Hours |
| Refrigerated | 48 Hours |
| Frozen | Indefinite |
Storage/Transport Temperature
Room Temp, Refrigerated, Frozen
Specimen Handling
Centrifuge within 2 hours of collection.
Minimum Requirements
0.5 mL
Methodology
Chemiluminescence Immunoassay
Remarks
TURN AROUND TIME
| STAT | 1 Hour |
| Routine | 8 Hours |
Synonyms
GI Cancer Antigen
Start Date
9/13/2017
Last Review Date
7/19/25 ES