Test Overview
Method
Electrochemiluminescent immunoassay (ECLIA)
Result Included
α-Fetoprotein
Aliases/Synonyms
AFP; Alpha fetoprotein; Alphafetoprotein
Specimen
Specimen Type
FluidVolume
Sample Volume
1 mL
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Store and send cold or frozen.
Additional Information
Provide source of fluid.
Stability
| Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|
| 7 days | 3 months |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
5 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
α-Fetoproteinµg/LNot available for fluid.ng/mL x 1.00
Referral Location
Canada
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| AFPS FL | AFP, FLUID | 7122 | ug/mL |
Test Version
Last Updated
2022-09-26