Biochemistry
| Full details for "Human Chorionic Gonadotropin". | |
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Name |
Human Chorionic Gonadotropin |
Alternative name/Profile |
HCG |
Department |
Biochemistry |
Investigation |
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Specimen type |
Serum |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
5 mL - Red Tube |
Frequency of analysis |
Daily. |
Turnaround time |
1 working day |
Availability |
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Notes |
If HCG is being used as a tumour marker, separate sample required as carryover from other tests may cause falsely elevated results. |
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Reference range |
HCG (serum) Male = < 2 IU/L Non-pregnant female = < 1 IU/L Post-menopausal female = < 7 IU/L For pregnant females, contact the lab if more information is required. |
Last updated |
Thu, 16 Apr 2020 12:19:40 IST |