Test Code LAB57 CEA (Carcinoembryonic Antigen)
Additional Codes
CPT Code: 82378
Methodology
Beckman Coulter Chemiluminescent Assay for DxI Analyzer
Patient results determined by assays using different manufacturers for methods may not be comparable.
Performing Laboratory
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional - Core Laboratory
Specimen Requirements
Draw blood in a serum gel tube (gold-top preferred, tiger-top SST acceptable). Plain red is also acceptable for this test, but must be allowed to fully clot before centrifugation.
Reference Values
Non-smokers: <3 ng/mL
Smokers: <10 ng/mL