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Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB171
Epic Description: PSA, TOTAL AND FREE
Synonym
Total PSA + Free PSA
Prostate Specific Antigen
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
All other Ochsner locations and Ochsner LSU Monroe:
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel |
5 .0mL | 1.5 mL |
Shreveport locations:
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Red with clot activator and inert gel |
4.0 mL | 1.0 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Remote Locations: Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. If holding overnight, freeze, and transport on dry ice.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 1.0 mL
Minimum 0.5 mL
Performing Lab
Automated Chemistry Lab
Assay Frequency
24/7
Routine Turnaround Time
24 hours
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. Transport to laboratory immediately. If delayed more than 3 hours, aliquot and refrigerate; if holding overnight, aliquot and freeze.
Patient Preparation
Collect before rectal exam or prostate exam.
CPT Code Information
84153
84154