Methodology
Immunochemiluminometric
Synonyms
Beta hCG; hCG CSF
Specimen Type
CSF
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics Valencia
Epic ID
LAB07834
Lab Test Days
Daily
Standard TAT
3-4 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
0.5-1 mL CSF
Container Type
Sterile Container
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 7 Days; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 60 Days
Test Volume Required
1 mL CSF
Minimum Test Volume
0.5 mL CSF
Comments
This assay measures the nicked and non-nicked hCG, as well as the free beta subunit.
CPT Codes
84702
Revised
12-02-16
Initials
SL
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