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AFP medical abbreviation
AFP means "alpha-fetoprotein".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (3 in all for AFP), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What AFP means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| alpha-fetoprotein | None | Lab orders, Charting |
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What does AFP mean in medical terms?
AFP means "alpha-fetoprotein".
Where is AFP used?
AFP shows up in lab orders and charting. Its category here is lab.
Is AFP on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. AFP is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.