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HelpTest Code AFPPT Alpha-Fetoprotein (AFP), Peritoneal Fluid
Specimen Required
Sources: Peritoneal, abdominal, ascites, paracentesis (peritoneal washings are not acceptable)
Container/Tube: Plain, plastic, screw-top tube
Specimen Volume: 2 mL
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send an Oncology Test Request (T729) with the specimen.
Useful For
An adjunct to cytology to differentiate between malignancy-related ascites and benign causes of ascites formation
Method Name
Immunoenzymatic Assay
Reporting Name
AFP, Peritoneal FluidSpecimen Type
PeritonealSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Peritoneal | Frozen (preferred) | 90 days |
| Ambient | 7 days | |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
| Gross icterus | OK |
Reference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Report Available
1 to 3 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test has been modified from the manufacturer's instructions. Its performance characteristics were determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
86316
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| AFPPT | AFP, Peritoneal Fluid | 49761-0 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| AFPPN | AFP, Peritoneal Fluid | 49761-0 |
| SITEF | Site | 39111-0 |