Placental alkaline phosphatase

Pathology category

Biochemistry - referred tests

Code

PAP

Referral code

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Test information

Monitoring and diagnosis (with AFP and BHCG) of germ cell tumours.

Guidelines

Pre-analytical

Reference range

See report

Tube type

Tube type info

Serum

Special requirements

Laboratory information: Store at +4C for up to 72hrs otherwise store frozen at -20C. Transport at ambient temperature via Royal Mail or Courier to referral lab.

Minimum volume

Assay frequency

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

TAT Inpatient

TAT GP/Outpatient

Referral lab