Home
HelpTest ID BLOD1193 Neuron-Specific Enolase, Serum
Useful For
A follow-up marker in patients with neuron-specific enolase-secreting tumors of any type
An auxiliary test in the diagnosis of small cell lung carcinoma
An auxiliary test in the diagnosis of carcinoids, islet cell tumors, and neuroblastomas
An auxiliary tool in the assessment of comatose patients
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Red top
Acceptable: Serum gel
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Specimens should not be transported by tube system prior to centrifugation.
2. Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
| Hemolysis at any level | Reject |
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Ambient | 5 days |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Report Available
1 to 3 daysMethod Name
Homogeneous Time-Resolved Fluorescence
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
83520
Reporting Name
Neuron Specific Enolase, SReference Values
≤15 ng/mL
Serum markers are not specific for malignancy, and values may vary by method.
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send an Oncology Test Request (T729) with the specimen.
Secondary ID
80913SANFORD LABORATORY INTERFACE BUILD INFORMATION
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 9212 | Neuron Specific Enolase |