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HCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin), Quantitative
Test CodeHCG
Preferred Specimen
Serum, 0.5 mL minimum
Instructions
Spin & separate serum. Note if ectopic pregnancy or mole suspected.
Transport Container
SST tube
Transport Temperature
Specimen stable 8 hours at room temp., 2 days refrigerated and longer if frozen.
Reference Range
See report for normal ranges.
Clinical Significance
hCG is synthesized by the cells of the placenta and is involved in maintaining the corpus luteum during pregnancy.