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Test Code CA125 Cancer Antigen 125 (CA 125), Plasma or Serum

Additional Codes

Ordering Mnemonic
CA125

Methodology

Chemiluminescence

Performing Laboratory

Holland Hospital Laboratory Services

Specimen Requirements

Submit only 1 of the following specimens:

 

Plasma

Container/Tube: Mint-top (lithium heparin) tube

Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL of plasma

Collection Instructions:

Note: 1. Indicate plasma.

2. Label specimen appropriately (plasma).

 

Serum

Container/Tube: Serum gel tube

Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL of serum

Collection Instructions:

Note: 1. Indicate serum.

2. Label specimen appropriately (serum).

Specimen Transport Temperature

Refrigerate ≤24 hours/Frozen OK

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday, Wednesday and Friday

Test Classification and CPT Coding

86304 (HH Bill Code 0205186)

Reference Values

0-35.0 µ/mL

Tumor marker results obtained can vary due to the difference in assay methods, reagent specificity and manufacturer.  Test performed on the Ortho Vitros 7600.