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Human Chorionic Gonadotropin for Tumor, CSF
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Approval req'd? | No |
| Available Stat? | No |
| Test code | BHCGC |
| Test group | HCG |
| Performed by | Mayo |
| Sendout? | Yes |
| Method | ICMA |
| Collection Instructions | Specimen label must contain the date the sample was collected and the legible name of the person who collected the sample. |
| Container type | CSF collection tube |
| Amount to Collect | See preferred volume |
| Sample type | CSF |
| Preferred volume | 1 mL CSF |
| Min. Volume | 0.2 mL CSF |
| Processing notes | Freeze specimen at -20C. Order MAYO# 8877. Call MCS for pickup |
| Units | IU/L |
| Normal range | < 1.5 IU/L |
| Synonyms | HCG; Beta-HCG; b-HCG |
| Turn around times | Test run Tuesday. Turnaround time: 2-9 days. |
| Additional information | This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Medical Laboratories. It has not been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. |
| CPT coding | 84702-90 |
| Last Updated | 3/24/2013 7:19:47 PM |
| Entry Number | 467 |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667