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HelpTest ID NBLD0199 HCG Screen Urine
Synonym
Urine Pregnancy
Specimen Type/Requirements
Sterile or Non-Sterile Container - Urine, Random (first morning void is preferred)
Conical Yellow-top tube no preservatives (Lawson #6185749) - Urine, Random
Do not submit a specimen in a urine container that contains a transfer device in the lid.
Test is not affected by hemolysis or lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 10.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.5 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 8 hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 3 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | Greater than 3 days |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Additional Information
Sensitivity: 4-5 days before first missed menses
Methodology
Sioux Falls – Single-Step monoclonal antibody
Rapid City – Immunoassay
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls, Rapid City
CPT
81025