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alpha-1-fetoprotein (AFP) [Multiple of the median, MOM] adjusted in amniotic fluid

Clinical significance: - Human serum or plasma & amniotic fluid at 15 to 21 weeks gestation to aid in the detection of fetal open neural tube defects (NTD). Test results when used in conjunction with ultrasonography & amniotic fluid acetylcholinesterase testing are a safe & effective aid in the detection of fetal open NTD.

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alpha-1-fetoprotein (AFP) in amniotic fluid alpha-fetoprotein; alpha-1-fetoprotein; alpha-fetoglobulin (AFP HPAFP) amniotic fluid

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laboratory analysis

References

  1. Abbott Laboratories ,Diagnostic Division ,Abbott Park, IL 60064 Tumor Markers, IMx AFP, FEBRUARY 1990.
  2. IMx System Operation Manual, Abbott Diagnostics, a Division of Abbott Laboratories, Abbott Park, IL. 60064, AUGUST 1988.
  3. IMx System Assay Manual, Abbott Diagnostics, a Division of Abbott Laboratories, Abbott Park, IL. 60064, AUGUST 1988.
  4. Clinical Guide to Laboratory Tests, 3rd ed. Teitz ed., W.B. Saunders, 1995