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Alpha-1 Fetoprotein, Non-pregnant

Source Blood 
Mnemonic AFP 
Specimen Requirements

1 x 5 mL light green (mint) top PST tube.  Gold top SST tube also acceptable.

0.2 mL plasma or serum.

Minimum Blood Volume for Patients less than 45 kg (100 lb) Including Neonates and Pediatrics

 
Specimen Handling  
Additional Information AFP can also be performed on fluids (test mnemonic FLAFP) 
Testing Location RIA 
Testing Frequency Weekdays 
Alternate Name(s) AFP 
Reference Interval 0.0 - 10.0 mg/L 


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