CARCINOEMBRYONIC ANTIGEN, FLUID

Synonyms: CEA, Fluid
Computer Code: (RCEAF)
Specimen Collection: 3 mL body fluid
Minimum Volume: 0.3 mL
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Maintain fluid at room temperature.
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): 82378
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII