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AFP (Tumour Marker)

Alternative Names:Alpha-fetoprotein
Laboratory:Clinical Biochemistry
Test Code:AFP
Medicare rebatable:Yes
Registration Instructions:

This test is not to be registered if AFP is requested as part of a maternal serum screening panel.

Specimen Types:Serum
Container Types:
SSTSST
Adults Volume or Mass:6 mL
Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:2 mL
Collection & Request Instructions:Collect at ambient temperature
Retrospective testing within 7 days
Transport Instructions:Room Temperature
Processing Instructions:Centrifuge

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