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Test Code LAB437 Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG) Assay, Qualitative Urine (Pregnancy Test)

Performing Laboratory

Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center / Asante Three Rivers Medical Center/Asante Ashland Community Hospital / Asante White City Laboratory

Specimen Minimum Volume

1.0 ml

Billing Code

2010429

Methodology

Monoclonal Antibody Color Detection

Specimen Requirements

Urine specimen may be collected any time but first-morning void gives highest concentration of the hormone

Required volume 1.0 ml

Sterile Collection Cup

Performing Department

Serology

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Routine - same day

ASAP - 2 hours after receipt of specimen in lab

STAT - 1 hour after receipt of specimen in lab

Test Classification and CPT Coding

84703  -  Gonadotropin, chorionic (hCG); qualitative

Additional Information

Test for confirming pregnancy, based on detecting elevated levels of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), a hormone which the placenta begins to produce in increasing amounts about 10 days after fertilization.

Specimen Transport Temperature and Stability

Stable 48 hours if refrigerated at 2° to 8° C

Reasons for Rejection

Quantity not sufficient (QNS)

Lacking Two Patient Identifiers:

         1-Patient's First & Last name 

         2-Patient's Date of Birth