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HelpTest Code HE4 Human Epididymis Protein 4, Serum
Additional Codes
Internal / External / Beaker: LAB5184
Useful For
Aiding in monitoring patients with treated epithelial ovarian cancer for recurrence or progression
This test should not be used as a screening test for ovarian cancer.
Reporting Name
HE4, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Patient Preparation: For 12 hours before specimen collection, patient should not take multivitamins or dietary supplements (eg, hair, skin, and nail supplements) containing biotin (vitamin B7).
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.75 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Frozen (preferred) | 84 days | |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
Reference Values
Females: ≤140 pmol/L
Males: Not applicable
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Report Available
1 to 3 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
86305
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| HE4 | HE4, S | 55180-4 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| HE4 | HE4, S | 55180-4 |
Method Name
Electrochemiluminescence Immunoassay (ECLIA)
Secondary ID
62137Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send an Oncology Test Request (T729) with the specimen.