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HelpTest Code LAB559 AFP Tumor Marker
Performing Lab
Arnot Ogden Medical Center
Ordering Recommendations
The follow-up management of patients undergoing cancer therapy, especially for testicular and ovarian tumors and for hepatocellular carcinoma.
Collect
Serum
Collection Device
Gold Top Tube
Specimen Volume
5 mL
Stability (from collection to initiation)
|
Room Temp |
8 Hours |
|
Refrigerated |
48 Hours |
| Frozen -20C |
Undetermined (Thaw only once) |
Storage/Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Minimum Requirements
0.5 mL
Methodology
Immunoenzymatic
Synonyms
Alpha-Fetoprotein
Start Date
9/13/2017
Last Review Date
6/19/2025
7/7/25 KBE
Specimen Handling
Centrifuge within 2 hours of collection.
Remarks
Turn Around Time
|
STAT |
1 Hour |
| Routine | 8 Hours |