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Breast Milk Feeding Frequency During the First Week — Infant Feeding Practices Survey II

Published: August 9, 2026Updated: August 17, 2026

A survey item documenting whether and how frequently a baby was fed breast milk during the first 7 days after birth.

Quick summary

["This assesses how often your baby received breast milk during the first week of life."]

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Key facts at a glance

LOINC
64015-1
Short code
Baby fed breast milk 7D 1W nRate IFPS-II
Synonyms
Baby fed breast milk 7D 1W nRate IFPS-II
Category
liver
Sample
serum
Container
Red-top tube (SST)
Units
N/A
Ref low
10
Ref high
40
Critical range
— – 500 N/A
Fasting
false
Population
adult
Sex
all
Age range
18–65 years
Method
ifps-ii
CPT
84484
SNOMED
302774002
Specimen volume
5 mL
Stability
Room temperature: 4h, Refrigerated: 24h, Frozen: 7d
Hemolysis max
500
Lipemia max
1000
Icterus max
500
TAT
4–24 hours
Order
routine

What is this test?

This is a survey-based item from the Infant Feeding Practices Survey II. It records whether a baby was fed breast milk and how frequently the baby received it during the first 7 days, or first week, of life.

Why might I need this test?

This information may be collected to describe early breastfeeding practices and patterns of infant feeding. It can also help support follow-up with a pediatric or lactation professional if questions arise about the baby's feeding.

How is the test performed?

There is no laboratory specimen or blood test involved. The result is based on information reported by the parent, caregiver, or healthcare professional through the Infant Feeding Practices Survey II.

How do I prepare for the test?

No special preparation is needed. Be ready to report whether the baby received breast milk and, if known, how often breast milk feeds occurred during the baby's first week.

Reference range

Adult: 10-40 U/LN/A

Specimen: serum

No special preparation required. Avoid fatty meals before the test if possible.

Clinical interpretation

How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.

◆Associated findings1

Short name

Breast Milk Feeding Frequency, First Week

Frequently asked questions

Does this result measure the nutrient content of breast milk?
No. It describes the reported frequency of breast milk feeding during the first week, not the concentration of nutrients or other substances in the milk.
Is this a blood test?
No. It is an item from a caregiver survey about infant feeding practices.
What should I do if I am unsure about the feeding frequency?
Share your best recollection with the healthcare professional completing the survey. The clinician can help clarify the response, but the item itself is based on reported information.
  1. 1
    MedlinePlus — Laboratory TestsSource
  2. 2
    Lab Tests OnlineSource
  3. 3
    Mayo Clinic — Tests & ProceduresSource

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