Test Directory
4209 Beta HCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin) Qualitative, Serum
Specimen Type
Specimen Stability
Reference Range
Serum-SST
7 days 2-8° C
Negative
Specimen Requirements
Preferred amount: 1.0 mL Serum
Minimum amount: 0.5 mL Serum
Minimum amount: 0.5 mL Serum
Method
Immunochemiluminometric (ICMA)
Schedule
Mon-Sat
Turn-Around Time
24 hrs; Also offered STAT at an additional charge
Instructions/Notes
Centrifuge required?: Yes
Clinical Utility
To confirm pregnancy with qualitative results.
CPT Codes
84703
