Test Code CA19-9 CA 19-9 (Carbohydrate Antigen)

Specimen Requirements

Container/Tube: RED/SST
Specimen: Serum only
Specimen Volume: 1.0 mL

SPECIMEN PROCESSING and HANDLING

Allow samples to clot adequately before centrifugation.

TRANSPORT TEMPERATURE

Serum and plasma samples may be stored for up to 7 days at 2–8 °C (36–46 °F) or 4 weeks at -20 °C (-4 °F).

PERFORMING LAB

WKMC