Synonyms
Beta HCG Subunit, Serum pregnancy, pregnancy blood
Specimen Type
Serum or Plasma
Performing Lab
RCHSD Chemistry
Epic ID
LAB00014
Lab Test Days
As received
Standard TAT
2-8 hrs
Stat TAT
30 min
Collection Information
Specimen Required
3.0 ml bloood
Container Type
Light Green (Lithium Heparin PST)
Collection Instructions
Serum pregnancy testing is quantitative
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Test Volume Required
1.0 ml plasma
Minimum Test Volume
0.5 ml plasma
Processing Instructions
Centrifuge. If red top, separate serum.
CPT Codes
84702
Revised
07-05-12
Initials
GRM