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Beta-hCG, CSF (Tumor)

Order Code
816477
CPT
84702
Test Details
Synonyms

human chorioinic gonadotropin, CSF

TAT

11 days

Methodology

Quantitative Electrochemiluminescent Immunoassay

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Measures beta-hCG in CSF. Used to detect CNS germ cell tumors.

Specimen Type

CSF

Volume

1 mL

Specimen Container

Sterile container

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room Temperature 5 days
Refrigerated 2 weeks
Frozen 1 year
Order Code
816477
CPT
84702
Test Details
Synonyms

human chorioinic gonadotropin, CSF

TAT

11 days

Methodology

Quantitative Electrochemiluminescent Immunoassay

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Measures beta-hCG in CSF. Used to detect CNS germ cell tumors.

Specimen Type

CSF

Volume

1 mL

Specimen Container

Sterile container

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room Temperature 5 days
Refrigerated 2 weeks
Frozen 1 year