Test Code LAB144 Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG), Qualitative, Pregnancy, Serum
Intended Use
SURE-VUE™ Serum/Urine hCG-STAT is a rapid chromatographic immunoassay for the qualitative detection of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in serum or urine to aid in the early detection of pregnancy.
Methodology
Chromatographic Immunoassay
Performing Laboratory
RCH-CUH-SPH-STH-LDH
Specimen Requirements
Required: Serum
Container/Tube: Plain, red-top or gold, serum gel tube
Specimen: 1 mL (minimum volume 0.2 mL)
Collection Instructions: Avoid hemolysis. Forward promptly.
Specimen Stability
Refrigerated: 48 hours
Frozen: -20C > 48 hours
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
84703