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HelpTest Code MS1TRI Alpha-Fetoprotein Maternal, First Trimester
Additional Codes
| SHL | Maternal Screen First Trimester |
| Epic ID | LAB2267 |
Specimen Requirements
Collect 1.0 ml maternal serum (red top tube) Send with completed form indicating test(s) requested and patient information.
Stability/Transport
| Temperature | Stability | Preferred Transport |
| Refrigerated | 8 days | X |
Unacceptable Conditions
Plasma. Samples not collected within the required gestational age range for the test requested.
Performing Lab
State Hygienic Lab
Methodology
Quantitative Chemiluminescent Immunoassay
Useful For
First trimester screening test for Down Syndrome and Trisomy 18, drawn between 10 weeks 0 days and 13 weeks 6 days gestation when Crown Rump Length (CRL) is 32-80 mm.
Day(s) Performed
Monday-Friday
Report Available
3-5 days
CPT Code Information
81463
84702