Alpha Fetaprotein (AFP) (CSF)
Clinical Biochemistry
Sample and container requirements
CSF (universal container)
Minimum volume required
500 µL CSF
Special requirements
Samples should be as fresh as possible. Avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles.
Patient preparation
None
Sample viability
Turnaround time
11 days
Reference range
Please refer to report for reference ranges.
Clinical guidance
Please follow the link below to the referral laboratory website for more information: https://www.nwlpathology.nhs.uk/test/alpha-fetoprotein-afp-needs-info-added/
Notes
Sent to Charing Cross Hospital
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This information was last updated on 19 August 2026