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Test Code HCGQN hCG, Quantitative, Pregnancy, Serum

Important Note

The results of this assay can be affected by the consumption of Biotin. Please instruct patients to discontinue the use of vitamins or supplements that contain Biotin 8 hrs before blood draw.

Performing Location

Southwestern Vermont Medical Center

Specimen Collection Information

Specimen  Min. Test Volume Collection Container Special Handling
Blood 0.1 mL Gold top
Marble Red top		  

Reference Ranges & Critical Values

Assay Gender Age Range Normal Range Critical Values Units
HCGQN Female       mIU/mL

Interpretive Data

Non-Pregnant Female: <5 mIU/mL

Postmenopausal Female: <8 mIU/mL

 

Approximate Gestational Age Approximate Range (mIU/mL)
1 - 10 weeks 60 - 151,000
11 - 15 weeks 11,800 - 152,000
16 - 22 weeks 9,400 - 61,000
23 - 40 weeks 1,700 - 98,600

Specimen Stability

7 days at 2-8°C

Day(s) Performed

Monday - Sunday

CPT

84702

LOINC

21198-7

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