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HelpTest Code AFP AFP (Tumor Marker), Serum
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB559
Epic Description: AFP TUMOR MARKER
Synonym
Alpha Fetoprotein Tumor Marker
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel |
5.0 mL | 1.5 mL |
| Alternate | Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel OR Green, Lithium Heparin with Inert Gel | 5.0 mL | 1.5 mL |
Ochsner LSU Shreveport:
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Red top with inert gel |
4.0 mL | 1.5 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
This test should not be confused with AFP, Maternal Screen (QUADN LAB1877) ordered on pregnant patients.
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum/plasma into plastic vial. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs. If holding overnight, aliquot serum/plasma and refrigerate. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum/ Plasma
Optimum 1.0 mL
Minimum 0.3 mL
Performing Lab
Chemistry Lab
Assay Frequency
24/7
Routine Turnaround Time
24 hours
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. Transport to laboratory. If holding overnight, aliquot serum/plasma into plastic vial and refrigerate.
CPT Code Information
82105