Test Code CEAFL Carcinoembryonic Antigen (CEA), fluid
Laboratory Code
LAB3053458
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Body Fluid
Specimen Source: Pancreatic Fluid
Container/Tube: Plain Sterile Container
Volume: 30.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 3.0 mL
Collection Instructions: For NUHS use only. Sample must be sent to laboratory immediately.
Specimen Stability
Specimen Type | Body Fluid |
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Ambient | Not available |
Refrigerate | Storage of fluid is not recommended. |
Frozen | Storage of fluid is not recommended. |
Methodology
Chemiluminescent Immunoassay
Days and Times Performed
24 hrs, TAT 1 day
Specimen Condition
Haemolysis | Not applicable |
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Icterus | Not applicable |
Lipaemia | Not applicable |
Others | Not applicable |
Reference Interval
The reference intervals and other method performance specifications have not been established for this fluid. The test result must be integrated into the clinical context for interpretation.
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Chemistry, 67724346
Service Code
31932
LOINC Code Information
12515-3
Alias
Embryonic Carcinoma Antigen
Update
Last updated 10/03/2025