Test ID: AFPSF
Alpha-Fetoprotein (AFP), Spinal Fluid
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Secondary ID 
A test code used for billing and in test definitions created prior to November 2011
8876
Reference Values Describes reference intervals and additional information for interpretation of test results. May include intervals based on age and sex when appropriate. Intervals are Mayo-derived, unless otherwise designated. If an interpretive report is provided, the reference value field will state this.
<1.5 ng/mL
Values for alpha-fetoprotein in cerebrospinal fluid have not been formally established for newborns and infants. The available literature indicates that by 2 months of age, levels comparable to adults should be reached (Ann Clin Biochem 2005;42:24-29).
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