Carcinoembryonic Antigen Test (CEA)
Methodology
Utilizes a paramagnetic particle, chemiluminescent immunoassay
Test Utility
Used for determining prognosis and management of patients with cancer, especially colorectal cancer.
Specimen Collection and Preparation
Serum in the following tubes:
Preferred Specimen: One Gold-top SST tube, minimum volume 4.0 mL
Specimen Storage and Stability
Store serum or plasma at the following temperatures:
Room temperature: 9 hours
Refrigerated: 2°C to 8°C: 48 hours
Frozen: Not indicated
Specimen Rejection
Insufficient sample volume
Sample not stored at proper temperature
Frozen whole blood
Severely lipemic specimens
Specimen labeled incorrectly or not labeled
Reference Pages
Performed
Monday – Sunday, 16 hours a day
Result available within 24 hours of receipt in laboratory
NOTE: Specimens are refrigerated (2-8°) for 7 days before disposal
Contacts
Vibra Health Laboratory
1307- A, Allen Dr Troy, MI 48083
(248) 846-0663