hCG (Human chorionic gonadotropin) - Tumour Marker

Test Name
hCG (Human chorionic gonadotropin) - Tumour Marker
Test Code
HCGTM
Specimen Type

Serum - Gel

Minimum Volume
1 mL
Preferred Volume
2 mL
Comments

LAB NOTES:

Serum is preferred, however lithium heparin plasma may be used for this test.

For any RWH after-hour requests;

1. Contact the clinician to ascertain if the sample is urgent.

2. If yes, then organise a courier to RCH. Call RCH Biochemistry and let them know that a sample is coming across for tumour HCG.

     If no, then send with next courier to RCH.

MBS item number
66650
Assay Performed
Complex Biochemistry
RCH
9345 4200
Assay Frequency

As requested, 24/7

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