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HelpTest Code AFPTM Alpha-Fetoprotein (AFP) Tumor Marker, Serum or Plasma
Methodology
Immunoassay
Specimen Requirements
Preferred: Lithium heparin (light green top)
Acceptable: Serum gel
Draw blood, spin down and send 1 mL of serum or plasma.
Specimen Stability Information
|
Specimen Type |
Temperature |
Time |
| Serum or Plasma | RT, spun |
5 days |
| Refrig, spun |
14 days |
Reference Values
0-8.7 ng/mL
Reject Due To
|
Hemolysis |
Mild: |
OK |
Gross: |
OK |
|
Lipemia |
Mild: |
OK |
Gross: |
OK |
|
Icterus |
Mild: |
OK |
Gross: |
OK |
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
CPT Coding
82105
Secondary ID
HHA1423
Performing Laboratory
Huntsville Hospital Laboratory
LOINC Coding
| Test Name | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
|
Alpha-Fetoprotein (AFP) Tumor Marker, Serum |
1834-1 |