AFP Total and L3 Percent

Test Code: TD_4340

CPT Code(s): 82107

$249

Test Details

Alternative Name(s)

AFP L3 percent

Test Includes

AFP Total and L3 Percent

Methodology

Liquid-phase binding immunoassay

Rejection Criteria

Hemolysis
Lipemia
Plasma
Avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles

Reference Range(s)

AFP Total: 0-15 NG/ML
AFP L3%: <10.0%

Specimen Requirements

Preferred Specimen

Serum Separator Tube

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL serum

Sample Stability

After separation from cells: 8 hours room temperature
5 days refrigerated
3 months frozen

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Collection Instructions

Allow SST to clot in an upright position for at least 30 minutes, then centrifuge sample within 2 hours of collection. Transfer serum to a plastic transport tube. Freeze. When multiple tests are ordered, submit separate tube for this test.

Alternative Specimen

N/A