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Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
Preferred: GRN PST
Acceptable: Gold SST or Red Top
Specimen Draw Volume
Volume: 1.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Processing Instructions
Draw in a Green PST, centrifuge, and refrigerate.
Stability
Stability: Room Temp 8 hrs , Refrigerated 72 hrs , >72 hrs freeze
Performed Test Frequency
Everyday
Methodology
Monoclonal antibody
CPT(s)
84703
Performing Location
MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Hematology
Cerner Test Code
HCGB QL