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HelpTest Code HCGU Pregnancy Test, Qualitative, Urine
Methodology
Monoclonal Antibody Sandwich Assay
This test screens for human chorionic gonadotropin and is useful for diagnosing pregnancy.
Performing Laboratory
St. Clair Hospital Laboratory
Specimen Requirements
Submit a first-morning, random urine specimen in a urine specimen cup supplied. No preservative. Send specimen refrigerated.
Note: Follow instructions in “Urine Collection” in “Special Instructions.”
Reference Values
Negative (reported as positive or negative)
Note: Positive qualitative assays should be
followed up by a #BHCG “Chorionic Gonadotropin, Beta-Subunit
(Quantitative), Serum” level for the diagnosis of
ectopic pregnancy, for monitoring the viability of a pregnancy, or
for use as a tumor marker.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday