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Alpha - Fetoprotein Marker (AFP)
Test Name: | Alpha - Fetoprotein Marker (AFP) | ||
Epic Order Code: | LAB559 | ||
CPT Code: | 82105 | ||
Specimen(s) Type: | Serum, 1.0 mL | ||
Acceptable Container(s): | Tops are gold and red | ||
Testing Schedule: | Monday-Friday | ||
Turn Around Time: | STAT: NA | ||
Routine: 48-72 hours | |||
Collection Information: | No special patient preparation is required. Obtain by standard collection procedures. | ||
Transport Information: | Deliver to lab immediately. All specimens must be signed into the laboratory. | ||
Reference Client: | If unable to deliver to the lab within 1 hour, centrifuge the specimen and remove serum from the red cells. Store and transport at 2-8° C within 7 days. If longer storage is required, store and transport at -20° C up to 3 months. | ||
Causes for Rejection: | Improperly labeled, incorrect container, contaminated, insufficient volume, incorrect/delay in transport. | ||
Reference Range: | 0.0-15.0 IU/mL | ||
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