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Test Code LAB170 Pancreatic Fluid CEA

Clinical Information

These test results should not be the sole basis for diagnosis. Test results should be always correlated with imaging and cytology. This test does not distinguish between malignant and nonmalignant mucinous cysts. 

Synonym

  • FCEA

Specimen Required

Preferred Container/Tube: Sterile Container
Acceptable Container/Tube: Sterile Container
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 1 mL

Specimen Stability Information

Ambient: 6 hours
Refrigerated: 5 days

Rejected Due To

  • Unacceptable container type
  • Sample received past listed stability

Interpretation

Fluid CEA values >192 ng/mL may indicate mucinous cystic lesions of the pancreas. Results <192 ng/mL require clinical correlations with patient history and other imaging modalities. 

Test Classification

This test was developed, and its performance characteristics determined by The Critical Care Laboratory at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. 
It has not been cleared or approved by the FDA. The laboratory is regulated under CLIA as qualified to perform high-complexity testing. This test is used for clinical purposes. It should not be regarded as investigational or for research.The reference range and other method performance specifications have not been established for this fluid specimen.  The test result should be integrated into the clinical context for interpretation.

Performing Lab

Clinical Lab UH

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Sunday

Report Available

Same day/1 day

Reporting Name

CEA, Fluid

CPT Code Information

82378

LOINC Code Information

12515-3