AFP (ALPHA FETOPROTEIN), AMNIOTIC FLUID
| This assay is used as a screening test to detect Open Neural Tube defects or other fetal abnormalities. It is also used as a follow up testing for patients with elevated serum AFP or in conjunction with cytogenetic testing |
Pre-test Information : No special preparation required |
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Report Delivery : Daily |
AFP (ALPHA FETOPROTEIN), AMNIOTIC FLUID
| Test Code | A-036 |
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| Test Description | **AFP (ALPHA FETOPROTEIN), AMNIOTIC FLUID |
| Clinical Category | GYNAECOLOGICAL DISORDERS |
| Sample | 3 mL (1 min.) Amniotic fluid. Avoid contamination with maternal blood |
| Method/Technology | Chemiluminescent Immunoassay |
| Storage/Temp | |
| Reporting Time | DAILY |