HCG, Quantitative Serum/Plasma

Test Code
HCGN


CPT Codes
84702

Preferred Specimen
Light Green (Lithium) Gel or Gold Top Tube


Specimen Stability
7 days


Limitations
Not intended to be used for aiding in the diagnosis of cancer.  Order HCGA for this purpose.


Clinical Significance
In vitro diagnostic test for the quantitative determination of total Beta Human Chorionic Gonadotropin in human serum used in the early detection of pregnancy.




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.