ALPHA-FETOPROTEIN TUMOR MARKER

General Information

HLAB/HOL Code: AFPTM
UPHSM LIS Test #: 833
Schedule: Daily
Testing Time: 1 day
Testing Lab: UP Health System-Marquette

Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified

Volume: 0.5 mL serum
Temperature: Refrigerate
Tube Type: 1 Red Top (Plain)
Collection Info:
Volume: 0.5 mL serum
Temperature: Refrigerate
Tube Type: 1 SST Tube
Collection Info:

Methods

Immunoassay

Clinical Utilities

Test intended as an aid in the mangement of patients with germ cell
tumors or hepatoma.

CPT Codes

82105

* The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding
is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.

Reference Range

Males and Females: less than 7.2 IU/mL