Methodology
Immunoassay (IA)
Synonyms
HCG Tumor Marker; HCG Tumor Marker, Quantitiative; Human Chorionic Gonadoptropin
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
LAB4407
Lab Test Days
Monday-Saturday
Standard TAT
1-2 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp=14 Days; Refrigerated=14 Days; Frozen=45 Days
Rejection Criteria
Gross hemolysis
Test Volume Required
1 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.3 mL Serum
CPT Codes
84702
Revised
01-27-20
Initials
SL