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AFP Only

Test Code
MSAFP


Preferred Specimen
2 ml serum


Instructions
Requires completed FBR requisition, Drawn 15 - 25 weeks gestation


Transport Container
SST tube


Transport Temperature
Separated serum stable for 7 days refrigerated


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Grossly hemolyzed


Reference Range
See report


Clinical Significance
Elevated MSAFP levels are associated with open fetal defects such as spina bifida, anencephaly, gastroschisis, and omphalocele.




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.