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.