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HelpTest Code MSQUAD Alpha-Fetoprotein Maternal, Quad Screen
Additional Codes
| SHL | Maternal Screen Quad |
| Epic ID | LAB2270 |
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
Second trimester screening test for Down Syndrome, Trisomy 18, and Open Neural Tube Defect (spina bifida) drawn between 15 weeks 0 days and 20 weeks 6 days gestation.
Day(s) Performed
Monday-Friday
Report Available
3-5 days
CPT Code Information
82105
82677
84702
86336