Prostatic Acid Phosphatase
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Prostatic Acid Phosphatase (Quest), Serum
Test ID: PRAP S
Test
Method
Immunoassay (IA)
Report Includes
Specimens
Serum
This service is for male specimens only.
Please refer to Prostatic Acid Phosphatase (Mayo), Serum, when test is ordered for female patients.
This service is for male specimens only.
Please refer to Prostatic Acid Phosphatase (Mayo), Serum, when test is ordered for female patients.
Test Location
Quest Diagnostics, California USA
Test Version
26-Oct-2022
Specimen
Specimens
Serum
This service is for male specimens only.
Please refer to Prostatic Acid Phosphatase (Mayo), Serum, when test is ordered for female patients.
This service is for male specimens only.
Please refer to Prostatic Acid Phosphatase (Mayo), Serum, when test is ordered for female patients.
Collection Containers
Gold top (SST)
Sample Volume
1.0 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Samples must be obtained before rectal examination, biopsy, prostatectomy or prostatic massage, since manipulating the prostate gland may lead to elevated results persisting up to 24 – 48 hours.
Handling Information
Store and send frozen.
Stability
| Ambient | 24 hours |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 24 hours |
| Frozen | 28 days |
Rejection Criteria
| Hemolysis | Gross |
|---|
Test Version
26-Oct-2022
Performance / Interpretation
Method
Immunoassay (IA)
Turnaround Time
13 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prostatic Acid Phosphatase | ng/mL |
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Test Location
Quest Diagnostics, California USA
Test Version
26-Oct-2022
Interface / Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|
| PRAP S | 63540PROSTATIC ACID PHOSPHATASE (PAP) | ng/mL |
Test Version
26-Oct-2022