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HelpTest Code SCC Squamous Cell Carcinoma Antigen
Additional Codes
| Epic Ordering Code | LAB3040212 |
| NBS code | LBC00888 |
| Service code | 31887 |
Specimen Requirements
Submit only one of the following:
| Preferred: | Acceptable: |
| Yellow Top | Red Top |
Processing Requirements
Allow specimen to clot for 30 minutes and centrifuge within 2 hours
Specimen Type: Serum
Volume: 0.5 mL
Storage/transport requirements: Refrigerated
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Serum |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 1 day |
| Refrigerate | 1 week (Preferred) |
| Frozen | 1 month |
Days and Times Performed
Monday through Friday, TAT 5 - 10 days
Reference Interval
An interpretive report will be provided.
Useful For
Antigen levels alone should not be interpreted as evidence of the presence or absence of malignant disease. In patients with known or expected cancer, other tests and procedures must be considered for diagnosis and patient management.
Update
Last updated 06/08/2026
Referring / Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Client Services, 67724912
Testing Laboratory
Department of Pathology
Singapore General Hospital
Outram Road
Singapore 169608
63214950