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Maternal Screen ACHE

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Test Description
  • Contact: Maternal Screening (319) 335-4247. Interpretation or revised dating information: UIHC OB/GYN Counseling (319) 356-8892.
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  • SHL OpenELIS Code: 856
Not an orderable test. ACHE is a reflex test for a positive Maternal Screen NTD Amniotic Fluid.
Panel Components
Acetylcholinesterase
Reflex Test(s)
Reflex test for a positive Maternal Screen NTD Amniotic Fluid.
Performed Avg. Turnaround Time Method
Coralville, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., M-F
7 - 10 business days Gel Electrophoresis
Fee CPT Code(s)
$50.00 82013
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type:
Patient Preparation: A new specimen is not required for reflex testing.
Collection Instructions: A new specimen is not required for reflex testing.
Shipping:
Rejection Criteria: Specimens will be rejected if received under these conditions:

Amniotic fluid contaminated with fetal blood
Expected Results:
Negative, Positive, Inconclusive
Comments
Alternate Names
Acetylcholinesterase
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