Laboratory Medicine Program


Alpha-fetoprotein, tumour marker
(AFP)

Clinical Decription:
Elevation of serum AFP occurs in such malignant diseases as non-seminomatous testicular cancer and primary hepatocellular carcinoma.

Method: Automated method

Component Tests Used: n/a

Reference Ranges Used:
< 9.0 ug/L

Specimen Type: serum
Volume: 3 mL (minimum: 1 mL)

Shipping: room temperature or 4 degree

Special Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot sample.

Testing Schedule(s): Monday through Friday 0900-1500 hrs.

Turnaround Time: 1 day

For more information, call 416.340.5227 or 1.866.865.5227