Test Code HCG TM HCG Tumor Marker
Specimen Type
Blood
Minimum Volume
0.7 mL
Container
Plain Red
Serum/Refrigerate
Routine Turnaround Time
Mon-Fri: Samples must be received by 3 pm for same day results.
For weekends and holidays, sample must be received by 1 pm for same day results.
Methodology
This test is performed using Beckman Coulter DxI chemiluminescent immunoassay (ELISA).
The concentration of HCG Tumor Marker in a given specimen can vary when measured by assays from different manufacturers, due to differences in methods and reagent specificity. Results determined by assays using different methods may not be comparable.
Reference Range
<3.0 mIU/mL
CPT Code
84702