| Synonyms | cPSA, PSA-ACT |
|---|---|
| Panel/Profile Component | None |
| Patient Preparation | None Required. |
| Specimen Type | Serum |
| Collection Requirements | Blood should be drawn in a plain red (serum) or gold (SST) tube. |
| Minimum Volume | 0.5 mL |
| Cause for Rejection | Specimens that are improperly labeled, collected in tubes other than those listed, or deemed QNS will be rejected. |
| Specimen Handling/Stability | Complete clot formation should take place before centrifugation. Serum should be physically separated from cells as soon as possible with a maximum limit of 2 hours from time of collection. Specimen should be free of particulate matter. |
| Specimen Storage Stability | Specimens are stable for up to 8 hours at room temperature, up to 48 hours at 2-8°C and for extended periods of time at -20°C. |
| Test Availability | 24 hours/7 days |
| Turnaround Time | Routine: 8 Hours |
| Reference Range | ≤4.0 ng/mL |
| Special Instructions | PSA can be ordered as either a screen or total |