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eDH Procedure Code
LAB663 Alpha Fetoprotein, Amniotic Fluid
Collection Information
Avoid contamination of amniotic fluid with maternal or fetal blood. As little as one drop of fetal blood can cause false-positive results during assay of amniotic fluid. Amniotic fluid should be collected by the attending physician.
Specimen Information
| Specimen Type | Specimen Source | Acceptable Containers | Minimum Test Volume (mL) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amniotic Fluid | Amniotic Fluid | Syringe-A | 1.0 | |
Shipping and Handling
Processing Instructions: Maintain specimen at room temperatureTransport Temperature: Ambient
Transport Instructions: N/A
Specimen Stability Unprocessed
Unprocessed: N/A
Specimen Stability Post Processing
Ambient: N/A
Refrigerate: N/A
Frozen: N/A
Test Components
| Component | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
| ALPHA FETOPROTEIN AMNIOTIC FLUID (INT) | 1832-5 |
CPT Code(s)
82106
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