Specimen Requirements
Title
Neuron-Specific Enolase, Serum (NSE)
Specimen Requirement
Collect SST/1.0 mL serum, allow to clot for 30 minutes, centrifuge and send refrigerated.
Methodology
Quantitative Immunoassay
Stability
Room temp: Unacceptable, Refrigerated: 7 days, Frozen: 1 year
Reference Range
The reference range is determined by the performing laboratory and will show on the report.
Turnaround
3-5 days performed Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Clinical Use
An aid in the detection and monitoring of neuroendocrine tumors (NETs), particularly those associated with small-cell lung cancer (SCLC)
Test Code
NSEW