Test Code 240531007 HCG Qualitative Blood

Important Note

Test for PREGNANCY, Qualitative determination.

Order HCG tumor marker test for non pregnancy-related conditions.

Torrance Memorial Laboratories

Submit the following specimen:

Specimen Type: Serum

Container/Tube: Serum gel

Spin Instructions:

Serum gel: Allow to sit for 30 minutes prior to spinning. Spin within 2 hours of collection.

Heparin plasma: Spin within 45 minutes of collection.

Also acceptable: Red top tube

Refrigerated

Storage Temp Stability:
Refrigerated Temperature: 7 days

Immunoassay

Performed:

Daily

Available STAT

TAT:

STAT: <1 hr

Routine: < 4 hrs

None

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