CA 27.29

Synonyms: Truquant BR; Cancer Antigen (CA) 27.29
Computer Code: (R2729)
Specimen Collection: 4 mL blood (red or gold top tube).
Minimum Volume: 1.0 mL
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Allow to clot, centrifuge, remove serum, refrigerate. Min 0.3 mL serum.
Reference Values: See reference laboratory report.
Lab Code: Send Out
Requisition: SPEC C
Test Frequency: NA
Routine TAT: 5 days
Stat TAT: N/A
CPT Code(s): 86300
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII