Test Code HCG Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG) Quant (Pregnancy Serum)
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube: Serum gel tube(s)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL of serum
Collection Instructions:
Note: Label specimen appropriately.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Performing Laboratory
The Valley Hospital
Methodology
Includes both beta-hCG quantitation and interpretation.
Reference Values
≤ 4 mIU/mL (negative)
5-25 mIU/mL (result must be interpreted by physician)
>25 mIU/mL (positive)
Test Classification and CPT Coding
84702