Laboratory Services

AFP, Tumor Marker

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Updated Test Information:

Test Description
AFP, Tumor Marker
Synonym(s)

AFP

Test ID
AFP
General Information

This test is specific for oncology monitoring only. Not to be ordered for prenatal testing.

Specimen Type

Serum

Alternate Specimen Type

Red top tube, Li‑heparin, K2‑EDTA and K3‑EDTA plasma

Specimen Requirements

SST

Minimum Sample Volume

1 mL

Pediatric Min. Volume (if applicable)

500 uL

Stability

5 days at 20‑25 °C
14 days at 2‑8 °C
3 months at ‑20 °C (± 5 °C)

Methodology

electrochemiluminescence immunoassay “ECLIA”

Estimated TAT

0-2 days

Testing Schedule

Monday-Saturday

CPT Code(s)

82105

Reference Range

≤ 8.3 ng/mL

Performing Lab

Incyte Diagnostics

LOINC Code(s)

53962-7