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Pathology category

Biochemistry

Code

AFT

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Test information

AFP is a protein normally produced by the developing fetus. AFP can be raised in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma and some patients with cancer of testis.

Guidelines

Pre-analytical

Reference range

0-6 kU/L

Tube type

Tube type info

SST

Special requirements

Serum

Minimum volume

Assay frequency

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

TAT Inpatient

48hrs

TAT GP/Outpatient

48 hrs

Referral lab

Local, Clinical Biochemistry