CEA (Carcinoembryonic Antigen)
Department:
Biochemistry
Analytical Range:
0.2 - 50000 U/mL
Time Limit for Add on Tests:
4 days
Target Turnaround time:
1 working day
Further Information from LabTestsOnline
Tube Type:
Serum (Gold Top)
Availability:
North Devon District Hospital (Mon-Fri)
Reference Range:
Not available - CEA levels should not be interpreted as absolute evidence for the presence or absence of malignancy
Patient preparation:
If taking supplements which contain Biotin (Vitamin B7), do not take in the 8 hours prior to blood test - the concentration present may affect the accuracy of the test.