Test Information:
This assay is used to aid in the differential diagnosis in lung cancer and in the management of patients with small cell lung cancer in conjuction with other clinical methods.
Specimen Container:
Gold Top SST Tube (with clot activator) or Red Top Tube (Plain)
Specimen Type:
Serum
Required Volume:
2 mL
Patient Preparation:
No Patient Preparation
Notes:
N/A (Not Applicable)
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: 2 to 8°C
Stability: 72 hours - Storage: 20 to 25°C
Stability: 9 hours - Storage: 20°C (±5 °C)
Stability: 12 weeks
MAY BE FROZEN TWICE!
Transport Temperature:
Ref (2°C to 8°C)
Test Category:
Routine
Test Schedule:
Daily
Results Availability:
Within 4 hours