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POC B-HCG URINE QUAL

Message
POC


Test Code
POC7


Alias/See Also
B-HCG Urine Qual POC


CPT Codes
81025

Includes
hCG


Preferred Specimen
First morning urine specimen


Minimum Volume
5 mL


Other Acceptable Specimens
Random urine


Transport Container
Clean urine cup.


Transport Temperature
Room Temp.


Specimen Stability
Can be refrigerated (2-8°C) for up to 48 hours prior to testing.


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Urine specimens exhibiting visible precipitates should be sent to the lab for testing.


Report Available
Results from Point of Care testing are entered directly to the EMR by testing personnel.


Reference Range
Negative if no hCG is detected. Positive if hCG is detected.




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.