Alpha feto protein - CSF
CSF AFP, hCG and PlALP are measured as a diagnostic aid in cases of suspected pineal tumour.
| Tube | 09 (CSF) - Plain CSF |
|---|---|
| ID | Tests&Tubes0148 |
| Additional Information | A serum (gold top) sample must be sent at the same time to enable calculation of the blood/CSF ratio, |
| Turn Around | Turnaround time stated by Charing Cross: 4 days |
| Send to | Blood Sciences LGI (Test referred to: Charing Cross Hospital) |
| Contact | For further details please contact Leeds Pathology customer services: leedsth-tr.pathologycustomerservice@nhs.net. |
| Advice | : Full information on all referred tests can be found on the referred tests information database, EQMS reference BSF2REC17003. |
| Collection Con | Instructions to lab: Store in fridge (or frozen if > 5 days) Minimum volume: 0.5 mL CSF + 0.5 mL serum. |
| Sample REQ | CSF |
| Ref. Range Notes | < 3 µg/L (<2 months of age) |
| Units | µg/L |
| Telepath | CSF sample: LGI superset LAFPC; SJUH superset JAFPC Serum sample: AFPR1R + SA1R |
| ICE Codes | RAFPC |
