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Test Code HCG U HCG, Qualitative, Urine

Additional Codes

LAB437

Collection Method

Sterile urine collection

Minimum Volume

0.5ml

Container

Sterile Cup

Acceptable Specimens

Urine

Reference or Target Ranges

Negative

Reportable Units

Positive or Negative

Critical Value

Not defined for this assay

Reasons for Rejection

Hemolysis Threshold N/A
Icterus Threshold N/A
Lipemia Threshold N/A
Other QNS, contaminated, improperly Labeled, improper specimen type

Specimen Stability

Ambient 8 hours
Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) 48 hours
Frozen(-40°C to 0°C) N/A

Performance Information

Days and Time Performed 24/7
Expected Turn Around Time STAT: Within 1 hour of arrival in lab
Routine: Within 4 hours of arrival in lab
Stat Availabilty Yes
Performing Bench CPH Serology
Methodology/Method Description Cardinal Health hCG Combo Rapid Test

CPT Codes

81025

Last review/edit date

March 2024