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Test Code LAB287 Fetal Fibronectin

Notes:

Specimen must be obtained prior to digital cervical exam or vaginal probe ultrasound exam.

Collection:

Specimen: Cervicovaginal secretion

 

Container: Special collection container. Collection containers are not supplied by the laboratory . Hologic technical support and ordering: 1-888-PRETERM (1-888-773-8376)

Stability:

If samples are not able to be delivered to the lab within 8 hours of collection, store refrigerated and transport on ice. 

 

Ambient: 8 Hours

Refrigerated (preferred): 3 Days

Turn Around Time (TAT):

STAT: 1 HOUR

Routine: 4 HOURS

Test Availability:

24 hours a day / 7 days a week

Reference Interval:

Negative

Additional Test Codes

FFN

Performing Laboratory Section

Chemistry / UMC MAIN LABORATORY