FETAL FIBRONECTIN

General Information

HLAB/HOL Code: FFN
UPHSM LIS Test #: 397
Schedule: Daily
Testing Time: 2 Hours
Testing Lab: UP Health System-Marquette

Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified

Volume:
Temperature: Refrigerate
Tube Type: Cervicovaginal swab
Collection Info:
Dacron cevicovaginal swab. The specimen collection and transport kit from Adeza is the only acceptable collection system. Contact Marquette General Health System lab to obtain collection kit and instructions. Specimens should be stored refrigerated at 2-8c and tested within 3 days of collection.  Assay should only be used in patients with intact amniotic membranes and cervical dilation <3 cm. Sampling should be performed no earlier than 24 weeks 0 days, and no later than 34 weeks and 6 days of gestation.

Methods

Immunoassay

Clinical Utilities

Test can be utilized as an aid in assessing risk of preterm labor and delivery.

CPT Codes

82731

* The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding
is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.

Reference Range

Negative