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Cerner Test Code
AFP TM
Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
Preferred: Gold SST
Acceptable: Red Top
Specimen Draw Volume
Volume: 3.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 2.0 mL
Processing Instructions
Draw in a Gold SST tube. Allow tube to clot for 30 minutes, centrifuge, separate serum from cells, place in separate plastic tube. Store and transport refrigerated.
Stability
Stability: Room Temp 48 hrs, Refrigerated 48 hrs, Frozen >7 days
Rejection Criteria
Unacceptable: Grossly hemolyzed and plasma specimens.
Performed Test Frequency
Monday|Wednesday|Friday
CPT(s)
82105
Methodology
CMIA
Performing Location
MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Chemistry