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HelpTest Code AFP Alpha Fetoprotein (AFP), Tumor Marker
Specimen Type
Blood
Preferred Collection Container
SST
Acceptable Collection Container
SST, R-NoGel
Collection Instructions
Routine venipuncture
Collection Volume
5 mL
Minimum Collection Volume
1 mL
Testing Volume
0.5 mL (500 ul)
Rejection Criteria
Inadequate labeling, improper collection.
Specimen Storage and Stability
Stable up to 48 hours at 2-8 C
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday, 24 hours
EPIC Code
LAB664
Turn Around Time
1 Days
Lab Department
Chemistry
CPT
82105
Alias
AFP, Nonpregnant Serum; Alpha-Fetoprotein, Nonpregnant Serum;
Additional Information
If assay will not be preformed within 8 hours, separate serum and refrigerate
LOINC
1834-1