HCG, Total
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Test Utility
This assay determines the amount of human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) in serum. It is used to help determine pregnancy status.
Urine Drug Screen Profile Includes:
Methodology
This is a two-site sandwich immunoassay which uses direct chemiluminometric technology.
Methodology
Screen Test Name | Assay Type |
|---|---|
ETG
| DRI |
Amphetamine
| DRI |
Barbiturates
| DRI |
Benzodiazepine
| DRI |
Cotinine
| DRI
|
Cocaine
| DRI |
Methadone
| DRI |
Opiate
| DRI |
Oxycodone
| DRI |
THC
| DRI |
Fentanyl
| DRI |
Buprenorphine | CEDIA
|
PCP
| DRI |
Individual Test Information Including Methodology & Reference Ranges
Reflex to UTI Criteria
Specimen Collection and Preparation
Serum sample in the following tubes:
Serum separator tube (gold or tiger top)
Specimen Storage and Stability
Store serum samples at the following temperatures:
Room Temperature for up to 8 hours
Refrigerated: 2°C to 8°C for up to 48 hours.
Frozen: -20°C or lower- Samples should be thawed only once.
Specimen Rejection
Insufficient sample volume
Sample not stored at proper temperature
Frozen whole blood
Severely hemolyzed samples
Severely lipemic specimens
Specimen labeled incorrectly or not labeled
Reference Range (Cutoff)
Screen Test Name | Screen Test Name Cutoff (ng/mL) |
|---|---|
Cocaine | 300 |
Screen Test Name | Screen Test Name Cutoff (ng/mL) |
|---|---|
Benzodiazepine | 200 |
Screen Test Name | Cutoff (ng/mL) |
|---|---|
Buprenorphine | 5 |
Screen Test Name | Screen Test Name Cutoff (ng/mL) |
|---|---|
Amphetamine | 500 |
Screen Test Name | Screen Test Name Cutoff (ng/mL) |
|---|---|
Barbiturates | 200 |
Screen Test Name | Screen Test Name Cutoff (ng/mL) |
|---|---|
ETG | 500 |
Screen Test Name | Screen Test Name Cutoff (ng/mL) |
|---|---|
ETG | 500 |
Screen Test Name | Screen Test Name Cutoff (ng/mL) |
|---|---|
EDDP | 100 |
Screen Test Name | Screen Test Name Cutoff (ng/mL) |
|---|---|
Fentanyl | 1 |
Screen Test Name | Screen Test Name Cutoff (ng/mL) |
|---|---|
Methadone | 300 |
Screen Test Name | Screen Test Name Cutoff (ng/mL) |
|---|---|
PCP | 25 |
Screen Test Name | Screen Test Name Cutoff (ng/mL) |
|---|---|
Opiate | 300 |
Screen Test Name | Screen Test Name Cutoff (ng/mL) |
|---|---|
Oxycodone | 300 |
Screen Test Name | Cutoff (ng/mL) |
|---|---|
Methamphetamine | 500 |
Screen Test Name | Cutoff (ng/mL) |
|---|---|
THC | 50 |
Screen Test Name | Cutoff (ng/mL) |
|---|---|
ETG | 500 |
Amphetamine | 500 |
Barbiturates | 200 |
Benzodiazepine | 200 |
Cotinine | 500 |
Cocaine | 300 |
Methadone | 300 |
Opiate | 300 |
Oxycodone | 300 |
THC | 50 |
Fentanyl | 1 |
Buprenorphine | 5 |
PCP | 25 |
Reference Range
Normal Males: Less than 10 mIU/mL(IU/L)
Normal Females: Less than 10 mIU/mL (IU/L)
Pregnant Females:
Gestational Age:
2 – 4 Weeks 39.1 - 8388 mIU/mL (IU/L)
5 – 6 Weeks 861 – 88,769 mIU/mL (IU/L)
6 – 8 Weeks 8,636 – 218,085 mIU/mL (IU/L)
8 – 10 Weeks 18,700 – 244,467 mIU/mL (IU/L)
10 – 12 Weeks 23,143 – 281,899 mIU/mL (IU/L)
13 – 27 Weeks 6,303 – 97,171 mIU/mL (IU/L)
28 – 40 Weeks 4,360 – 74,883 mIU/mL (IU/L)
The production of hCG is extremely rapid following conception and varies among individuals.
A negative value does not rule out pregnancy. Patients with a negative result should be redrawn in 2 days and retested. This is due to the fact that HCG values in normal pregnancy double every 48 hours.
*Reference ranges provided for informational purposes only. See patient report for test interpretation.
Parameter | Reference Range |
|---|---|
Glucose | Negative |
Bilirubin | Negative |
Ketones | Negative |
Specific Gravity | 1.005 - 1.030 |
Blood | Negative |
pH | 5.0 - 8.0 |
Protein | Negative |
Urobilinogen | 0.0 - 1.0 mg/dL |
Nitrate | Negative |
Leukocyte Esterase | Negative |
Microscopic Evaluation | |
WBC | Negative |
RBC | Negative |
Hylaine Casts | Negative |
All other Parameters | Negative |
Parameter | Reference Range |
|---|---|
Microscopic Evaluation | |
WBC | Negative |
RBC | Negative |
Hylaine Casts | Negative |
All other Parameters | Negative |
Parameter | Reference Range |
|---|---|
Glucose | Negative |
Bilirubin | Negative |
Ketones | Negative |
Specific Gravity | 1.005 - 1.030 |
Blood | Negative |
pH | 5.0 - 8.0 |
Protein | Negative |
Urobilinogen | 0.0 - 1.0 mg/dL |
Nitrate | Negative |
Leukocyte Esterase | Negative |
CBC | Adult Male | Adult Female | Adult Female 10^3/uL | Adult Female % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
WBC
| 3.5-10.5 10³/uL | 3.5-10.5 10³/uL | ||
RBC
| 4.32-5.72 10⁶/uL | 3.9-5.03 10⁶/uL | ||
HGB | 13.5-17.5 g/dL | 12.0-15.5 g/dL | ||
HCT | 38.8-50.0% | 34.9-44.5% | ||
MCV | 81.2-95.1 fL | 81.6-98.3fL | ||
MCH | 27-35 pg | 27-35 pg | ||
MCHC | 31-36 g/dL
| 31-36 g/dL
| ||
RDW | 11.8-15.6% | 11.9-15.5%
| ||
PLT | 150-450 10³/uL | 150-450 10³/uL
| ||
Differential | Adult Male 10³/uL | Adult Male %
| ||
Neutrophils | 1.7-7.0 | 55-70
| 1.7-7.0
| 55-70 |
Lymphocytes | 0.9-2.9 | 20-40
| 0.9-2.9
| 20-40 |
Monocytes | 0.3-0.9 | 2-8
| 0.3-0.9
| 2-8 |
Eosinophils | 0.0-0.5 | 1-4
| 0.0-0.5
| 1-4 |
Basophils | 0.0-0.3 | 0.5-1
| 0-0.3
| 0.5-1 |
Immature Granulocytes | 0-0.5 | <1.0
| 0-0.5 | <1.0 |
CBC | Adult Male | Adult Female |
|---|---|---|
WBC | 3.5-10.5 10³/uL | 3.5-10.5 10³/uL |
RBC | 4.32-5.72 10⁶/uL | 3.9-5.03 10⁶/uL |
HGB | 13.5-17.5 g/dL | 12.0-15.5 g/dL |
HCT | 38.8-50.0 % | 34.9-44.5% |
MCV | 81.2-95.1 fL | 81.6-98.3 fL |
MCH | 27-35 pg | 27-35 pg |
MCHC | 31-36 g/dL | 31-36 g/dL |
RDW | 11.8-15.6 % | 11.9-15.5% |
PLT | 150-450 10³/uL | 150-450 10³/uL |
Test | Adult Male | Adult Female |
|---|---|---|
ESR | 0-10 mm/hr | 0-20 mm/hr |
CBC | Adult Male | Adult Female |
|---|---|---|
HGB | 13.5-17.5 g/dL | 12.0-15.5 g/dL |
HCT | 38.8-50.0% | 34.9-44.5% |
Test | Adult Male | Adult Female |
|---|---|---|
Reticulocyte Count | 0.0216 – 0.0858 10^6/uL | 0.0195 – 0.0755 10^6/uL |
Testing Description
State Reportable Infection
Pediatric Range
Test Code
P-VHLG-491
Performed
Monday – Saturday
Result available within 24 hours of receipt in laboratory
NOTE: Specimens are refrigerated (2-8°) for 7 days before disposal
Contacts
Vibra Health Laboratory
1307- A, Allen Dr
Troy, MI 48083
(248) 846-0663
Last Updated
6/07/23 v.1