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Alpha-Fetoprotein (AFP) Tumor Marker
Test CodeAFP TM - NCMC
CPT Codes
82105
Preferred Specimen
1 mL serum from SST
Minimum Volume
Other Acceptable Specimens
1 mL plasma from Green top (Lithium Heparin) or 1 ml serum from Red Top
Specimen Stability
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
Serum SST | Refrigerated | 7 days |
Red Top – Separated* | Refrigerated | 7 days |
Plasma Li Hep | Refrigerated | 7 days |
*Centrifuge and aliquot into a plastic vial.
Methodology
Chemiluminescent immunoassay
Setup Schedule
Monday through Sunday; Continuously
Report Available
Same Day
Reference Range
< 8.3
Performing Laboratory
North Colorado Medical Center Laboratory