Human Chorionic Gonadotrophin

Test information: Human Chorionic Gonadotrophin (HCG) is produced in the placenta during pregnancy but it can also be produced by tumours of the trophoblast and germ cell tumours.

Specimen Type(s)

• Blood;

Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)

N/A

Specimen Container - Adult

• Gold Top SST BD;

Specimen Container - Paediatric

• Light Green Top Microtainer BD;

Analytes

• N/A;

Part of a test profile?

N/A

Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory

4ml

Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport

N/A

Maximum add on time

3 days

Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation

Female < 5 IU/L (Non pregnant) Male < 2 IU/L

UKAS number

8869

UKAS accredited test?

Yes

Comments

N/A

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