Prostate Specific Antigen, Free
Methodology
Chemiluminescent immunoassay
Alternate Names
PSA Free
SoftLab Order Code
FRPSA
Epic Order Name
PROSTATE SPECIFIC AG (PSA), FREE
Epic Order ID
LAB117
Tests Included
Free PSA
Prostate Specific Ag (PSA)
Laboratory
Raleigh
Sample Type
Serum
Collection Container
RST (Orange top - Rapid Serum Tube)
Alternative Collection Container
SST (Gold Top Serum Separator Tube)
Red/Black Speckle top (Serum tube)
Collecting Volume
1.0 mL
Minimum Collecting Volume
1.0 mL
Storage or Stability
Ambient 3hrs, Refrigerated 24 hrs.
Causes for Rejection
Sample at room temp for greater than 3 hours, or improper storage.
CPT Codes
84153, 84154