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HelpTest Code LAB1230010 Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Medicare Screen
Useful For
- Assessing therapeutic efficacy
- Detecting the recurrence of prostatic cancer
- A marker in the follow-up of patients at high risk of disease progression
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
G0103