Sign in →

Test Code LAB2486 AFP (Alpha-1-Fetoprotein Marker - Males and Nonpregnant Females)

Additional Codes

CPT Code: 82105

Methodology

AFP concentrations are measured using an electrochemiluminescence immunoassay on the Roche Cobas Pro e801

 

Patient results determined by assays using different manufacturers for methods may not be comparable.

 

Note: This test is used for management of cancer patients. It is not a screening test or used in pregnancy (see LAB3750 Quad Screen (Second Trimester) Maternal, Serum).

Performing Laboratory

TidalHealth Peninsula Regional - Core Laboratory

Specimen Requirements

Draw blood in a gold-top serum gel tube or an SST, allow specimen to clot at room temperature and spin down within 30 minutes of collection. Send 1 mL of serum.

Reference Values

≤8.3 ng/mL