Test Information:
Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) functionally regulates seminal fluid viscosity and is instrumental in dissolving the cervical mucus cap, allowing sperm to enter. Total PSA serves as an excellent cancer marker in prostate cancer screening, diagnosis, prediction of cancer risk, and recurrence.
Specimen Container:
Gold Top SST Tube (with clot activator) or Red Top Tube (Plain) – USE PLASTIC TUBE ONLY
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: 5 days - Storage: 20 to 25°C
Stability: 24 hours - Storage: – 20°C
Stability: 24 weeks
FREEZE ONLY ONCE!
Transport Temperature:
Ref (2˚C – 8˚C)
Test Category:
Routine
Test Schedule:
Daily
Results Availability:
Within 4 hours