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Test Code BHCG B- HCG (Intact human chorionic gonadotropin) (Quantitative), Serum

Additional Codes

Beta HCG

Methodology

Electrochemiluminescence
The purpose of this assay is for following the course of therapy of tumors such as choriocarcinoma and for diagnoses related to pregnancy.

Performing Laboratory

St. Clair Hospital Laboratory

Specimen Requirements

Serum:  standard sampling tubes or tubes containing separating gel.

Plasma: Li-, Na-, NH4-heparin plasma, Na2 EDTA, K3-EDTA, sodium citrate and sodium fluoride/potassium oxalate plasma.

Sample Stability: 5 days at 15 – 25  ºC

        14 days at 2 – 8 ºC

  12 months at -20 ºC (Freeze ONLY once)

Reference Values

<2.0 mIU/L

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday