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CEA (serum)

Alternative Names:Carcinoembryonic Antigen
Laboratory:Clinical Biochemistry
Test Code:CEA
Specimen Types:Serum
Container Types:
SSTSST
Adults Volume or Mass:6 mL
Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:2 mL
Collection & Request Instructions:Collect at ambient temperature
Retrospective testing within 24 hours
Transport Instructions:Room Temperature
Processing Instructions:Centrifuge
Assay Frequency:Daily