b-HCG (Tumour Marker)

Test Information

Test Name

b-HCG (Tumour Marker)

Synonyms

Molar pregnancy; Cancer marker HCG

Department

Biochemistry/Referral (See Waikato notes)

Price

$35.00

Price Disclaimer

Many services are free for eligible patients. A minimum charge may apply. Prices listed are for unfunded, individual, requests. Please contact us for commercial testing.

Preferred Specimen

Extra SST

Testing Location

All sites/Referral (see Waikato notes)

Turn Around Time

1 day

Clinical Update

Collection Information

Availability

Not available for self-request.

Processing Information

Registration Code

THCG

Notes

Site Specific Notes

- Waikato

First time tumour marker requests from Waikato requestors will be processed by Pathlab and also referred to Waikato Hospital Laboratory. Subsequent samples will be processed by Pathlab only. Biochemistry will add on referral THCG.

Alternative Specimen

Plain tube; Heparin

Methodology

Sample Storage

Fridge

Sample Stability

3 days

Interpretations

External Referral Information

Referral Location

Waikato Hospital Laboratory (PLW only)

External Lab Website