Alpha-Feto Protein (AFP)
Department:
Biochemistry
Analytical Range:
0.5 - 50000 kIU/L
Time Limit for Add on Tests:
4 days
Target Turnaround time:
1 working day
Further Information from LabTestsOnline
Tube Type:
Serum (Gold Top)
Availability:
North Devon District Hospital (24/7)
| < 30 days 1 month - 3 months 4 months - 18 years 18+ years | 41.5 - 83000 kIU/L 33.2 - 830 kIU/L 0 - 9.6 kIU/L 0 - 6 kIU/L |
Patient preparation:
If taking supplements which contain Biotin (Vitamin B7), do not take in the 8 hours prior to blood test - the concentration present may affect the accuracy of the test.