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Cerner Test Code
CA 19-9
Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
Preferred: Gold SST
Acceptable: Red Top
Specimen Draw Volume
Volume: 2.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 1.0 mL
Processing Instructions
Draw in a Gold SST tube. Allow tube to clot for 30 minutes, centrifuge, and refrigerate.
Stability
Stability: Room Temp 8 hrs, Refrigerated 48 hrs, Frozen
Performed Test Frequency
Everyday
CPT(s)
86301
Methodology
2-site sandwich immunoassay
Performing Location
MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Chemistry
Rejection Criteria
Rejection criteria: Gross hemolysis or lipemia.