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HelpTest Code AFPM Maternal Serum Alpha-Fetoprotein (Single Marker)
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB1878
Epic Description: MATERNAL SCREEN ALPHA-FETOPROTEIN (SINGLE MARKER)
Synonym
Maternal Serum Alpha-Fetoprotein
AFP Single Marker (NTD only)
Collection Limitations
Please provide a patient history form if required information does not transmit with order. This information can be entered in EPIC or a completed history form must accompany specimen to laboratory. Sample should be collected between 15w,0d and 22w,6d gestation. NTD only.
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel |
6.0 mL | 6.0 mL |
| Alternate | Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel | 6.0 mL | 6.0 mL |
Specimen Stability
7 days refrigerated, 120 days frozen
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum within 2 hours into screw-capped plastic tube. Freeze specimen. Transport frozen on dry ice.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 1.0 mL
Minimum 0.6 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: Warde Laboratories, Referral code: MAFP1 (interface code 3000355)
Assay Frequency
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.
Routine Turnaround Time
4 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum within 2 hours into screw-capped plastic tube. Freeze specimen. Transport frozen on dry ice.
CPT Code Information
82105
Patient Preparation
NTD Only (15w,0d to 22w,6d)