Test Code LAB2813 HCG Quantitative (BHCG)
Additional Codes
CPT Code: 84702
Performing Laboratory
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional - Core Laboratory
Specimen Requirements
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Plasma
Draw blood in a green-top (lithium heparin) tube. Spin down and send 2 mL of lithium heparin plasma.
Note: 1. Indicate plasma.
2. Label specimen appropriately (plasma).
Serum
Draw blood in a gold-top serum gel tube. Spin down and send 2 mL of serum.
Note: 1. Indicate serum.
2. Label specimen appropriately (serum).
Reference Values
Non-Pregnant Females: <5.3 mIU/mL
Males: <2.6 mIU/mL
Postmenopausal reference range: <8.3 mIU/mL
Note: Appropriate for monitoring normal pregnancy, ectopic pregnancy, or threatened abortion. Trophoblastic or nontrophoblastic neoplastic conditions and post‐menopausal status should be considered when interpreting results.
Additional Information
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