Test Code PSA Prostate Specific Antigen, Diagnostic (PSA)

Specimen Requirements

Container/Tube: RED/SST
Preferred: Serum
Acceptable: Serum
Specimen Volume: 1.0 mL

SPECIMEN PROCESSING and HANDLING

Allow samples to clot adequately before centrifugation

TRANSPORT TEMPERATURE

Serum may be stored for up to 7 days at 2-8C or for 4 weeks at -20C.

PERFORMING LAB

WKMC, WKP, WKB