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