AFP

Container: Universal (white top)

Sample type: CSF

Test name: AFP a.k.a. CSF alphafetoprotein, CSF alpha fetoprotein, CSF AFP

Condition / Indication: Tumour Marker

Special precautions & notes: Often requested alongside HCG in CSF

Reference range: Rarely indicated test.

Container: Universal (white top)

Ideal volume (mL): 2 mL

Referred outside NBT for analysis? Yes

Discipline: Clinical Biochemistry

Turnaround time: 21 days

Referral location: Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Level 8, Bristol Royal Infirmary, Marlborough Street, Bristol, BS2 8HW