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HelpTest Code LAB5406 Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Screen
Performing Laboratory
Barnes-Jewish Hospital Laboratory
Methodology
Cobas ECLIA electrochemiluminescence
Note: This test should be ordered for initial or annual screening. For all follow-up testing order LAB116 Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Diagnostic, Serum.
Results from different manufacturers or methods may not be comparable. Serial testing should be performed using the same method.
Literature References:
Package Insert: Total (free + complexed) PSA - Prostate-specific antigen. PSA. Roche Corporation. 10/2020.
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Plasma
Container/Tube: Mint Green
Specimen Volume: Full tube
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Turnaround Time:
STAT: not available
Routine: results available 2-4 hours of receipt
Test Classification and CPT Coding
84153-PSA screen
G0103-Medicare only
Reference Values
| Age | Sex | Reference Interval |
| 0 minutes-150 years | Female | None |
| 0 minutes-49 years | Male | None |
| 50-59 years | Male | 0 - 3.9 ng/mL |
| 60-69 years | Male | 0 - 5.4 ng/mL |
| 70-79 years | Male | 0 - 6.2 ng/mL |
| 80-150 years | Male | 0 - 6.2 ng/mL |
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Additional Information
For BJH Laboratory Use Only
Alternate Tube:
Red Top (serum)
Dark Green (LiHep)
Purple Top (K2 & K3 EDTA)
Analyte Stability:
See Analyte Stability Chart in Special Instructions.
Laboratory Processing Instructions:
Test performed in BJH Core lab. Processed by automated line and delivered to Cobas 8000 for anaylsis. Original specimens are stored refrigerated for 5 days.
Test performed in Ambulatory Cancer Building Lab. Centrifuge sample and deliver to the Cobas. Completed specimens are stored refrigerated for 5 days.
Special Instructions
LOINC Code Information
| Name | LOINC Code |
| Prostate-Specific Antigen Screen, Serum | 2857-1 |