Test Directory
Carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA, fluid)
Containers - Adult
20ml Sterile Universal Container
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Volume Range
0.4mL
Additive per Container
None |
Containers - Child
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20ml Sterile Universal Container
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Volume Range
0.4mL
Additive per Container
None |
Reference ranges
Reference ranges are not reported for fluid biochemistry. Fluid biochemistry should be interpreted in light of the clinical question being asked, comparison with blood results, and/or appropriate clinical guidelines.
Laboratory Site
WGH
Crewe Road South
Edinburgh
EH4 2XU
Edinburgh
EH4 2XU
Telephone (Biochemistry): 0131 537 1910/1
Anticipated turnaround
4 days
Static information/disclaimer
This test is currently unaccredited to ISO 15189 for fluid analysis.
General additional information
All fluids must be centrifuged and then analysed only if free from particles.
Please see the ACBI guidelines ‘The biochemistry of body fluids’ for interpretation of fluid biochemistry and indication for testing.
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