CA 15-3
A tumour marker. Only useful in the follow-up of known Ca breast
| Tube | 01 (SE) - Serum Gel |
|---|---|
| ID | Tests&Tubes0026 |
| Additional Information | Clinical sensitivity ONLY 60%, specificity 87%, positive predictive value 0.91. Test most useful in conjunction with CEA. CA 15.3 is a glycoprotein at apical side of alveoli and in ducts of mammary glands. PLEASE NOTE: TEST CAN ONLY BE ADDED TO A SAMPLE WITHIN 8 HOURS OF COLLECTION |
| Turn Around | A&E: N/A Day Case: N/A In-Patient: 6 Hours Out-Patient: 24 Hours GP: N/A |
| Send to | Blood Sciences Cross Site |
| Contact | For further details please contact Leeds Pathology customer services: leedsth-tr.pathologycustomerservice@nhs.net. |
| Collection Con | Minimum volume - 250µl serum / plasma Instructions for Lab Staff: Standard lab processing- No special requirements |
| Sample REQ | Blood |
| Ref. Range Notes | Blood Sciences reference ranges are available through the useful information and links page: https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/a-z-of-services/pathology/blood-sciences/useful-information-and-links/ |
| Units | ku/L |
| Telepath | LGI: C1531LSJUH: C1531J |
| ICE Codes | LC153 |
