Free PSA (Blood)

Testing Laboratory

Department

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Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

FPSA

Test Code (Numeric Code)

8075

Synonyms

Free Prostate Specific Antigen

Specimen Type

• Plasma
• Serum

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• SST II (Gold Cap)

Acceptable

• Lithium Heparin - Non-gel (Green Cap)
• Plain (Red Top)

Confirm with the requestor if they want FREE PSA (LabPlus) or PSA (NSH).

This test may be vetted by a pathologist.

The clinical information for the test must be clearly written on the request form. If clinical information is not provided, or does not provide sufficient justification for the test, the test may be declined.

Centrifuge, separate and FREEZE within 3 hours of collection.

Contact Information