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HelpTest ID PFCEA Carcinoembryonic Antigen (CEA), Pleural Fluid
Useful For
An adjuvant to cytology and imaging studies to differentiate between nonmalignant and malignant causes of pleural effusions
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
Pleural FluidSpecimen Required
Sources: Pleural fluid, thoracentesis fluid
Container/Tube: Plain, plastic, screw-top tube
Specimen Volume: 2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Pleural Fluid | Frozen (preferred) | 90 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days | |
| Ambient | 7 days |
Reference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
CPT Code Information
82378
Report Available
1 to 3 daysReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send an Oncology Test Request (T729) with the specimen.