CANCER ANTIGEN (CA) 15-3
General Information
HLAB/HOL Code: CA153
UPHSM LIS Test #: 029054
Schedule:
Testing Time:
Testing Lab: UP Health System-Marquette
UPHSM LIS Test #: 029054
Schedule:
Testing Time:
Testing Lab: UP Health System-Marquette
Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified
Volume: 0.8 (0.3) mL
Temperature: Refrigerate or Frozen
Tube Type: Serum
Collection Info:
Container: Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
Special Instructions: Values obtained with different assay methods should not be used interchangeably in serial testing. It is recommended that only one assay method be used consistently to monitor each patient's course of therapy. This procedure does not provide serial monitoring; it is intended for one-time use only.
Collection: If a red-top tube is used, transfer separated serum to a plastic transport tube.
Storage Instructions: Refrigerate or Frozen
Temperature: Refrigerate or Frozen
Tube Type: Serum
Collection Info:
Container: Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
Special Instructions: Values obtained with different assay methods should not be used interchangeably in serial testing. It is recommended that only one assay method be used consistently to monitor each patient's course of therapy. This procedure does not provide serial monitoring; it is intended for one-time use only.
Collection: If a red-top tube is used, transfer separated serum to a plastic transport tube.
Storage Instructions: Refrigerate or Frozen
Methods
Clinical Utilities
Use: Quantitative measurement of cancer antigen 15-3.
Limitations: The CA 15-3 assay value, regardless of level, should not be interpreted as absolute evidence for the presence or absence of malignant disease. The CA 15-3 assay value should be used in conjunction with information available from clinical evaluation and diagnostic procedure.
Limitations: The CA 15-3 assay value, regardless of level, should not be interpreted as absolute evidence for the presence or absence of malignant disease. The CA 15-3 assay value should be used in conjunction with information available from clinical evaluation and diagnostic procedure.
CPT Codes
86300
* The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding
is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.
Reference Range
0.0-25.0 units/mL
