HCG Quant(Abbott)

Test Code

HCG QUANT(Abbott)

Alias/See Also

BHCG, Pregnancy
Chemistry

Preferred Specimen

Gold Top Tube

Minimum Volume

2 mL

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 24 hours
Refrigerated (2-8°C): 7 days. Separate if not tested within this time.
Frozen (-10°C or colder): 12 months

Methodology
Chemiluminescence microparticle immunoassay

Setup Schedule

M - F

Report Available

TAT 1 day

Limitations

HCG quantitative testing on males was developed and its performance characteristics determined by VA West Roxbury Laboratory. It has not been cleared or approved by the FDA. The laboratory is regulated under CLIA as qualified to perform high-complexity testing. This test is used for clinical purposes. It should not be regarded as investigational or for research.

Reference Range

0 - 5 mIUnits/mL

Clinical Significance

hCG may reach detectable limits within 7-10 days of conception. hCG is produced by the placenta and reaches a peak between the 7th and 10th week of gestation. hCG is a glycoprotein hormone produced by the syncytiotrophoblast of the placenta and secreted during normal pregnancy and with pathologic conditions such as hydatidiform mole, choriocarcinoma and testicular neoplasm. Order hCG, Total, Qualitative, Urine, if hCG serum result is inconsistent with clinical presentation.

Performing Laboratory
Test performed at West Roxbury Chemistry Lab
Contact: Jonathan Dryjowicz-Burek 857-203-5973

Last Updated: April 3, 2019

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