Test Methodology

• Chemiluminescence

Running Day

• Monday to Saturday
• Cut-off: 12 NN

Turn Around Time

• In-Patient: Same day processing, 5.00 PM
• Out-Patient: Next day, 5.00 PM
• STAT: 3 hours

Specimen Required

• 4 cc serum (red top)

Patient Preparation

• At least 3 days sexual abstinence / no prostatic ultrasound or rectal examination for the last 24 hours

Special Considerations

• Avoid hemolysis