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HelpTest Code HCG HCG Blood Quantitative
Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
Preferred: GRN PST
Acceptable: Gold SST or Red Top
Specimen Draw Volume
Volume: 2.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 1.0 mL
Processing Instructions
Draw in a GRN PST tube. Allow tube to clot for 30 minutes, centrifuge, refrigerate.
Stability
Stability: Room Temp 8 hrs, Refrigerated 2 days, Frozen
Performed Test Frequency
Everyday
Methodology
2-site sandwich immunoassay
CPT(s)
84702
Performing Location
MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Chemistry
Cerner Test Code
HCG QT