Prostate Specific Antigen
SoftLab Order Code
PSA
Epic Order Name
PROSTATE SPECIFIC AG (PSA)
Epic Order ID
LAB116
Laboratory
Raleigh
Sample Type
Serum
Collection Container
RST (Orange top - Rapid Serum Tube)
Alternative Collection Container
SST (Gold Top Serum Separator Tube)
Red/Black Speckle Top (Serum tube)
Collecting Volume
1.0 mL
Minimum Collecting Volume
1.0 mL
Storage or Stability
<b>Ambient</b> - stable three hours. <p><b>Refrigerated</b> - stable five days. </p>
Instructions
Serum should be separated from cells within two hours of collection.
CPT Codes
84153