Test Code LAB116 Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA), Total
Specimen Requirement
1.0 mL serum; SST acceptable.
Avoid prolonged contact with red blood cells.
Grossly hemolyzed specimens are unsuitable for testing.
Specimen Stability
24 hours at 2-8° C
If > 24 hours freeze at -20° C
Testing Schedule
Monday – Friday
Reference Range
0 - 4 ng/mL
Testing Department
Chemistry
Method
Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay (CMIA)
CPT Code
84153
Additional Testing Locations
This test is also performed daily at the following Altru Clinics:
- Crookston
- Devils Lake
Please contact appropriate lab location for specific test information, as methodology varies by site.
Outpatient Turnaround Time
24 hours after receipt
Inpatient STAT Turnaround Time
60 minutes after receipt
Inpatient Routine Turnaround Time
4 hours after receipt