Test Code LAB144 Beta-Human Chorionic Gonadotropin, Qualitative, Serum
Specimen Requirement
1.0 mL serum or Lithium Heparin plasma; SST and PST acceptable.
Specimen Stability
7 days at 2-8° C.
Testing Schedule
Daily
Reference Range
Negative (</=5 mIu/mL)
Positive (>/=25 mIu/mL)
Equivocal (5-25 mIu/mL)
Testing Department
Chemistry
Method
Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay (CMIA)
CPT Code
84703
Additional Testing Locations
This test is also performed daily at the following Altru Clinics:
- Crookston
- Devils Lake
Please contact appropriate lab location for specific test information, as methodology varies by site.
Outpatient Turnaround Time
24 hours after receipt
Inpatient STAT Turnaround Time
60 minutes after receipt
Inpatient Routine Turnaround Time
4 hours after receipt