HCG (Total beta), tumor marker

General Information

Lab Name

HCG (Total beta)

Lab Code

HCGTUM

Epic Ordering

HCG, Total Beta (Tumor Marker)

Description

Synonyms

BHCG, Human chorionic gonadotropin

Components

Code	Name
HCGTL	HCG, Tumor Marker Level
HCGTC	HCG, Tumor Marker Comment

Method: Beckman DxI
Reference Range: See individual components
Ref. Range Notes: See information under HCGTL test component.

Patient results determined by assays using different manufacturers, instruments, or methods may not be comparable.

Specimen Type: Blood
Collection: 6 mL blood in Red Top or GOLD SST tubeAlso acceptable: Orange Top tube
Handling Instructions
Quantity: requested: 2 mL serum
minimum: 0.8 mL serum

Processing: Deliver to the Automation Line. 2.0 mL RST serum is preferred. Gold or plain red top tubes are acceptable. Gel tubes are acceptable. Serum from non-separator tubes should be removed from contact with cells within two hours of centrifugation. Specimens are stable at room temperature for at least 8 hours; store at 2-8°C for up to 48 hours or at -20°C for long term storage. Thaw samples only once

LIS Dept Code

Chemistry, Automated Panels (CHA)

Performing Location(s)

UW-MT	Chemistry, Automated 206-520-4600 Clinical Lab, Room NW220, University of Washington Medical Center, 1959 NE Pacific street, Seattle, WA 98195
UW-MT	Chemistry, General 206-520-4600 Clinical Lab, Room NW220, University of Washington Medical Center, 1959 NE Pacific street, Seattle, WA 98195

Frequency

Monday-Sunday, results same day

Available STAT?