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HelpTest Code AFTP Alpha-Fetoprotein Tumor Marker
Performing Laboratory
Hunterdon Medical Center Laboratory
Useful For
The follow-up management of patients undergoing cancer therapy, especially for testicular and ovarian tumors and for hepatocellular carcinoma.
Specimen Requirements
| Container/Tube | |
| Preferred | SST |
| Acceptable | Red Top |
| Specimen Volume | 3.0 mL |
| Minimum Volume | 1.0 mL |
Specimen Type
Serum
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Specimen Stability
| Temperature | Time Frame |
| Refrigerated 2-8°C | 7 days |
Day(s) Test Set up
Monday through Sunday
Reference Values
0.0-8.3 ng/mL
Reference values are for nonpregnant subjects only; fetal production of AFP elevates values in pregnant women.
Methodology
ECLIA: Electrochemiluminescence immunoassay
CPT Code
82105
Loinc Code
1834-1