Test Code LAB116 Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA)
Useful For
Monitoring progress and efficiency of therapy in patients with prostate carcinoma or receiving hormonal therapy
Methodology
Electrochemiluminescence Immunoassay (ECLIA)
Performing Laboratory
Bozeman Health Laboratory Services
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Plasma or serum
Container/Tube: Light-green top (lithium heparin gel), red top, or gold top
Specimen Volume: 2 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Specimen Stability
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
---|---|---|
Plasma or Serum | Ambient | 24 hours |
Refrigerated | 5 days | |
Frozen | 6 months |
Reference Values
0.00-4.00 ng/mL
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
84153