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HelpTest Code HCGB HCG, Serum
Ordering Note
For use in the quantitative determination of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in females of child bearing age as an aid in the early detection of pregnancy.
Preferred Specimen
Serum (SST)
Specimen Volume
1.0 mL
Transport
Routine courier pick-up - Ambient
Specimen Handling Instructions
Ambient/Room Temp: 7 days
Fridge: (2-8°C): 7 days
Frozen: (≤-20°C): 365 days
Cutoff Time
Mon-Sat
Department
Chemistry
Methodology
Chemiluminescence
Stat Turn-around Time
1 hour from specimen arrival in the lab
Routine Turn-around Time
1 Day
Reference Ranges
See Report