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HelpTest Code HCGUB Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG), Urine, Qualitative
Additional Codes
EPIC: LAB437
Methodology
Rapid chromatographic immunoassay
Used for the qualitative measurement of hCG in the determination of pregnancy status.
Performing Laboratory
St. Joseph Hospital
Specimen Requirements
1 mL from a random urine collection. No preservative. Send specimen refrigerated.
Note: A random urine collection may be used; however, first-morning urine generally contains the highest concentration of hormone and is the preferred specimen.
Reference Values
Non-pregnant females: negative
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Available STAT
Test Classification and CPT Coding
81025