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Fibronectin Test, Fetal
Test CodeFFN
Preferred Specimen
Cervicovaginal Secretions
Instructions
Only the Adeza Biomedial Specimen Collection kit can be used: Collect sample prior to a digital cervical exam or cervical ultrasound. Collect sample prior to the collection of culture specimens.
Transport Container
Contact Lab for Adeza Spec. Collection Kit
Transport Temperature
Specimens not tested w/in 8 hours of collection must be stored refrigerated.
Reference Range
See report for normal ranges.
Clinical Significance
Detection of fFN in cervicovaginal secretions is associated with preterm delivery in syptomatic pregnant women between 24 and 34 weeks and in asymptomatic pregnant women between 22 and 30 weeks.