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HelpCatalog ID Preg Beta hCG Qualitative (Serum)
CPOE Test Name
Pregnancy Test Serum
Synonyms
Serum pregnancy test, Pregnancy Test Qualitative
Specimen Type
Serum
Specimen Requirements
5 mL gold top SST tube; 1 mL blood
Reference Values
Negative
Interpretation
Positive in pregnancy or with tumors producing hCG.
Causes for Rejection
Wrong container; insufficient quantity; improper labeling
Turn Around Time
Routine: 2-4 hrs.;
Urgent/Emergent: 1 hr.
CPT / HCPCS Code
84703
Performing Lab
Core Laboratory BI 2023 721-2120; Cancer Center Lab AM 2610 721-1739