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Procedure Name:
Alpha Fetoprotein, CSF
Ulticare Name:
Testing Info:
Testing Location
Specimen Type
Collection Container
Optional Container
Preferred Volume
Minimum Volume
Reference
CSF
CSF Tube
1 mL
0.5 mL
Specimen Processing:
Spec. Type
Optimal Volume
Minimum Volume
Processing Info
Storage Info
Sample Stability
Shipping Instructions
Reference Lab Setup
CSF
1 mL
0.5 mL
Grossly hemolyzed specimens are unacceptable.
Refrigerate
Refrigerate
L / CPT Codes:
Lab Service Code(s)/(Qty):
CPT Code(s):
(1)
86316
Additional Details:
Test Availability:
Tuesday - Saturday
Turnaround Time:
2-3 days
Interpretive Info:
The performance characteristics and reference range for this test in body fluids other than blood have not been fully established.
Notes:
For use in cancer testing only.
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