Lab Test Details
SIM
15007
CPT
82105
Synonyms
AFP, Serum; Alpha Fetoprotein tumor marker; Alpha 1 Fetoprotein.
Specimen Type
Serum
Container
Red-top or gold–top tube
Collection Instructions
None
Volume
Volume: 1 ml.
Min. volume: 0.7 ml. (this volume does not allow for repeat testing)
Additional Information
AFP testing for cancer management for testicular cancer; not the same test as AFP for pregnant females
Patient Preparation
None
Specimen Processing Instructions
Separate serum from cells, if using red top tube
Transport Requirements
Room Temperature
Specimen Stability
14 days
Rejection Criteria
Plasma specimen
Reference Range
See results to reference range
Critical Value
Test Includes
AFP level
Methodology
ECLIA (Electrochemiluminescence immunoassay)
Testing Frequency
LCA
LCA Test Code: 002253
Reviewed By
Rhonda Crowe
Reviewed Date
3/31/22
Supplemental
* Reference Lab Test.