hCG,Beta Subunit, Qnt, Serum

Message
Values obtained with different assay methods should not be used interchangeably in serial testing. It is recommended that only one assay method be used consistently to monitor each patient's course of therapy. This procedure does not provide serial monito


Test Code
004416


Alias/See Also
Beta-hCG Quantitative, Serum; hCG Quantitative, Serum Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG), Beta Subunit,


CPT Codes
84702

Preferred Specimen
Serum


Minimum Volume
0.3 mL (NOTE:This volume does NOT allow for repeat testing.)


Instructions
If a red-top tube is used, transfer separated serum to a plastic transport tube.


Transport Container
Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Specimen Stability
14 days


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Citrate plasma specimen; improper labeling


Methodology
Electrochemiluminescence immunoassay (ECLIA)

Setup Schedule
Monday - Friday all shifts, Saturday 2nd shift




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.