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HelpTest Code AFPSF Alpha-Fetoprotein (AFP), Spinal Fluid
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Preferred: Vial number 1
Acceptable: Any vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Children's Mercy Hospital
Note:
CMH COLLECTION: 0.5 mL in sterile cup
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSF | Frozen (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
Useful For
An adjunct in the diagnosis of central nervous system (CNS) germinomas and meningeal carcinomatosis
Evaluating the presence of germ-cell tumors in the CNS, in conjunction with cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) beta-human chorionic gonadotropin measurement
A supplement to CSF cytologic analysis
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross icterus | OK |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Report Available
1 to 3 daysReporting Name
Alpha-Fetoprotein, CSFReference Values
<1.5 ng/mL
Values for alpha-fetoprotein in cerebrospinal fluid have not been formally established for newborns and infants. The available literature indicates that by 2 months of age, levels comparable to adults should be reached.(Ann Clin Biochem 2005;42:24-29)
Method Name
Immunoenzymatic Assay
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86316