CPT Code: 81025
Order Code: 396
Alternative Order Code: 1294
ABN Requirement: No
Synonyms: Human Chorionic Gonadotropin; Human Chorionic Gonadotropin, Urine Qualitative; Pregnancy Test; Beta hCG, Urine
Specimen: Urine
Volume: 10.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 1.0 mL
Container: Yellow-top Urine Tube
Collection:
Yellow-top
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- Collect sample according to standard protocols.
- Transfer aliquot from a clean urine cup into a Yellow Top tube using the vacutainer transfer device included with the Yellow Top tube.
- Label sample according to standard protocols.
Collection Note: First morning void preferred.
Transport: Store urine at 2°C to 8°C after collection and ship the same day per packaging instructions included with the provided shipping box.
Stability:
Ambient (15-25°C): 7 days
Refrigerated (2-8°C): 7 days
Frozen (-20°C): Not Acceptable
Causes for Rejection: Specimens other than random urine; improperly labeled samples; samples not stored properly; samples older than stability limits
Methodology: Immunoassay (IA)
Turn Around Time: 2 – 3 days
Reference Range:
| Age | Normal Range |
|---|---|
| All Ages | Negative |
Clinical Significance: This test is specific for hCG beta subunit and offers sensitivity necessary to detect pregnancy as early as ten days post conception.
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