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Test Code PSA Prostatic Specific Antigen

Methodology

Immunoenzymatic Assay

Specimen Type

Blood

Preferred Collection Container

SST

Collection Volume

5 mL

Minimum Collection Volume

1 mL

Collection Instructions

Routine venipuncture

Rejection Criteria

Specimens other than serum; Gross hemolysis

Specimen Storage and Stability

Stable up to 7 days at 2-8 C

Turn Around Time

2 Days

Lab Department

Chemistry

Alias

PSA; Prostate Specific Antigen, Serum;

Ordering Info

This test is used for diagnostic codes related to sequential testing as follow-up to elevated PSAS or physical exam findings.

EPIC Code

LAB116

Acceptable Collection Container

SST, R-NoGel

Testing Volume

0.5 mL (500 ul)

Patient Preparation

Avoid palpation of the prostate for 2 weeks prior to the test. Rectal examination within 47 hours of specimen collection may cause elevation of results.

Additional Information

INTERFERING SUBSTANCES: Anticoagulants

Day(s) and Time(s) Performed

Monday through Sunday, 24 hours