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HelpTest Code LAB776 CA 15-3 (Breast Cancer)
Useful For
- The early detection of recurrence in prevoiusly treated stage II and III breast cancer patients
- Monitoring response to therapy in metastatic breast cancer patients
Methodology
Electrochemiluminescence Immunoassay (ECLIA)
Performing Laboratory
Bozeman Health Laboratory Services
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Plasma
Container/Tube: Light-green top (lithium heparin gel)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Plasma | Ambient | 48 hours |
| Refrigerated | 5 days | |
| Frozen | 3 months |
Reference Values
0-25 U/mL
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86300