What is Alfa Fetoprotein, AFP ?
The Alpha-Fetoprotein (AFP) test measures the levels of AFP, a protein primarily produced by the liver and yolk sac of a developing fetus. In adults, AFP levels are typically low, but elevated levels may indicate certain health conditions, particularly related to the liver or reproductive organs. This test is widely used as a tumor marker to help detect and monitor specific cancers or liver diseases. In non-pregnant individuals, high AFP levels are often associated with liver cancers such as hepatocellular carcinoma, germ cell tumors, or chronic liver diseases like cirrhosis and hepatitis. In pregnant women, the AFP test is part of the maternal serum screening to evaluate the risk of fetal abnormalities, including neural tube defects or chromosomal conditions. The AFP test is commonly ordered when doctors suspect liver cancer or certain types of germ cell tumors. It is also used to monitor the effectiveness of treatment for these cancers or to check for recurrence. In pregnant women, the test is performed during the second trimester as part of prenatal screening to assess fetal health and development.
Alfa Fetoprotein, AFP Report Format: Breakdown
Here’s what an ideal Alfa Fetoprotein, AFP report format should include:
Header Information:
- Patient Details: Full name, Age, Gender, and ID.
- TAT information: Timestamp for both sample collection and report generation.
- Doctor's Information: Name of the referral doctor, if applicable.
Test Results Section:
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Patient's results
As obvious as it is, a test report should definitely have the patient's test result.
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Result's Unit
The unit of the test result must be mentioned correctly in the report. Alfa Fetoprotein, AFP test is generally reported in “ng/mL”
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Alfa Fetoprotein, AFP Normal Value / Reference Range
The report must have the normal Alfa Fetoprotein, AFP range. It can differ slightly based on the reagents used by the lab and other internal factors, but common Alfa Fetoprotein, AFP ranges are:
For any gender, 0 - 100 year of age: < 10
Interpretations
Nowadays, most labs prefer to add interpretations to the reports, making the report more patient-friendly. Labsmart software has interpretations of all routine test pre-filled in the software.
Footer Section:
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Certifications:
Display any relevant accreditations (e.g., NABL, ISO), adding to your lab's credibility.
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Pathologist and technician signature:
It's mandatory to add a Pathologist and technician signature to the report.
AFP Interpretation
In Labsmart software, this is the inbuilt interpretation for Alfa Fetoprotein, AFP
Importance of adding interpretation to reports:
It's very helpful to add interpretation in reports as it makes the reports more patient friendly and also helpful to doctors in some cases. Moreover, presently most labs prefer providing reports with interpretation. Thus, adding interpretation to report will help your lab stay at par with other competitor labs.
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