ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Fluorescence Polarization (Fetal Lung Maturity) : 0020486

Mnemonic: FPOL

Methodology: Fluorescence Polarization
Performed: Sun-Sat
Reported: Within 24 hours
Specimen Required: Collect:  Amniotic fluid. Amniocentesis fluid preferred. Collect on ice. Do not centrifuge.

Transport:  1 mL amniotic fluid at 2-8°C. (Min: 0.5 mL)

Stability:  Ambient: 1 hour; Refrigerated: 2 days; Frozen: 1 year
Reference Interval:
Mature: 260 mPOL or less
Transitional: 261-289 mPOL
Immature: 290 mPOL or greater
CPT Code(s): 83663
 
 

 

 

 
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