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Alpha-Fetoprotein, Amniotic Fluid and Reflex to AchE and Fetal Hgb
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Test Code
AFPRFX
CPT Codes
82106<br><strong>This test code is for non-New York patient testing. For New York patient testing, use test code 17850.</strong>
Includes
If the AFP MoM is ≥2.0, then Acetylcholinesterase and Fetal Hemoglobin, Amniotic Fluid will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 82664, 83033).
Preferred Specimen
3 mL amniotic fluid collected in a sterile container
Minimum Volume
1.5 mL
Instructions
Avoid contaminating the fluid with blood.
Note: This test is automatically performed on all Alpha-Fetoprotein amniotic fluids when the MoM is greater than 1.99
Note: This test is automatically performed on all Alpha-Fetoprotein amniotic fluids when the MoM is greater than 1.99
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 14 days
Refrigerated: 21 days
Frozen: 1 year
Refrigerated: 21 days
Frozen: 1 year
Methodology
Gel Electrophoresis • Immunoassay (IA) • Immunodiffusion (ID)
FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Setup Schedule
Set up and Report available: See individual assays
Reference Range
Multiple of the Median | ≤1.99 |
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute-San Juan Capistrano, CA |
33608 Ortega Highway |
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675-2042 |
Last Updated: November 24, 2021