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HelpTest ID BLOD0601 HCG, Quantitative
AKA
B-HCG
Total HCG
Human Chorionic Gonadotropins, Serum Quantitative
Specimen Type/Requirements
Light Green top (Lithium Heparin w/gel) tube - Plasma
Gold top (Serum w/gel) tube - Serum
Test is affected by hemolysis. Test is affected by lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 0.5 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.15 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 24 hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | 1 year |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Methodology
Chemiluminescence
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Bismarck
CPT
84702