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HelpTest Code UHCGSC Pregnancy Test, urine (HCG)
Additional Codes
| Epic ID | LAB437 |
Specimen Requirements
Collect 1.0 mL of random urine. First morning specimen is best because it is the most concentrated
Stability/Transport
| Temperature | Stability | Preferred Transport |
| Room Temp | 8 hours | X |
| Refrigerated | 72 hours |
Performing Lab
Allen Hospital Laboratory
Marshalltown Laboratory
Day(s) Performed
Daily
Report Available
30 minutes
Reference Ranges
Negative results are expected in healthy non-pregnant women and men. Healthy pregnant women have hCG present in their urine and serum specimens. The amount of hCG will vary greatly with gestational age and between individuals.
CPT Code Information
84703