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HelpTest Code 199PC Carbohydrate Antigen 19-9 (CA 19-9), Pancreatic Cyst Fluid
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Reporting Name
CA19-9, Pancreatic CystSpecimen Type
Pancreatic Cyst FluidOrdering Guidance
This test should not be ordered for pancreatic fluid of noncystic origin (eg, pancreatic duct fluid, peripancreatic fluid) since reference values have not been established for those specimen types. For ordering assistance call 800-533-1710.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation: For 12 hours before this procedure do not take multivitamins or dietary supplements containing biotin (vitamin B7), which is commonly found in hair, skin, and nail supplements and multivitamins.
Container/Tube: Plain, plastic, screw-top tube
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross icterus | OK |
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pancreatic Cyst Fluid | Frozen (preferred) | 90 days | |
| Refrigerated | 7 days | ||
| Ambient | 72 hours |
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Specimen Retention Time
12 monthsReport Available
1 to 3 daysReference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.
Useful For
As an adjunct in the assessment of pancreatic cysts, when used in conjunction with carcinoembryonic antigen, amylase, imaging studies and cytology
CPT Code Information
86301
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 199PC | CA19-9, Pancreatic Cyst | 97750-4 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 199P | CA19-9, Pancreatic Cyst | 97750-4 |
| SITE6 | Site | 39111-0 |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send an Oncology Test Request (T729) with the specimen.