Human chorionic gonadotrophin (hCG, CSF)
CSF AFP, hCG and PlALP are measured for the diagnosis of follow-up of a pineal tumour.
| Tube | 09 (CSF) - Plain CSF |
|---|---|
| ID | Tests&Tubes0201 |
| Additional Information | Please send a serum sample along with CSF to allow calculation of the ratio. |
| Turn Around | Turnaround time stated by Charing Cross Hospital: 4 days |
| Send to | Blood Sciences LGI (Test referred to: Charing Cross Hospital (NW London Pathology).) |
| Contact | For further details please contact Leeds Pathology customer services: leedsth-tr.pathologycustomerservice@nhs.net. |
| Advice | Full information on all referred tests can be found on the referred tests information database, EQMS reference BSF2REC17003. |
| Collection Con | Instructions to lab: Store CSF in fridge. Centrifuge and separate serum, store in fridge until dispatch. Minimum volume: 1.0 mL CSF and 1.0 mL serum |
| Sample REQ | CSF |
| Ref. Range Notes | < 2 iU/L |
| Units | iU/L |
| Telepath | CSF: HCGC1R & SA1R. Serum: HCGR1R & SA1R. |
| ICE Codes | LHCGC / JHCGC |
