Fibronectin Test, Fetal

Test Code
FFN


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.




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.