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HelpTest Code PFCEA Carcinoembryonic Antigen (CEA), Pleural Fluid
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Plain, plastic, screw-top tube
Specimen Volume: 2 mL
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send an Oncology Test Request (T729) with the specimen.
Useful For
An adjuvant to cytology and imaging studies to differentiate between nonmalignant and malignant causes of pleural effusions
Method Name
Immunoenzymatic Assay
Reporting Name
CEA, Pleural FluidSpecimen Type
Pleural FluidSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pleural Fluid | Frozen (preferred) | 90 days | |
| Refrigerated | 14 days | ||
| Ambient | 7 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Reference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Report Available
1 to 3 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test has been modified from the manufacturer's instructions. Its performance characteristics were determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
82378
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| PFCEA | CEA, Pleural Fluid | 19169-2 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| PCEA | CEA, Pleural Fluid | 19169-2 |
| SITE9 | Site | 39111-0 |