Human chorionic gonadotrophin (hCG, serum, molar)
Test only used for follow-up of molar pregnancy (hydatiform mole or choriocarcinoma). Can be measured in urine or serum. Sample sent to Sheffield for analysis and inclusion on the national molar register.
| Tube | 08 (UR) - Urine |
|---|---|
| ID | Tests&Tubes0202 |
| Turn Around | Turnaround time stated by Sheffield Royal Hallamshire Hospital: 5 days |
| Send to | Blood Sciences LGI (Test referred to: Sheffield Royal Hallamshire Hospital) |
| Contact | For further details please contact Leeds Pathology customer services: leedsth-tr.pathologycustomerservice@nhs.net. |
| Advice | Full Referred Test details logged internally on the referred test database [BSF2REC17003] http://leedspath.myeqms.com/Administrator/LoadDocADM.asp?ID=82998&Ext=True&CCID=1 |
| Collection Con | Instructions to lab for urine: store in fridge until dispatch. For serum: centrifuge, separate and store serum in fridge until dispatch. |
| Sample REQ | Urine |
| Ref. Range Notes | Interpretation will be provided on the report. |
| Telepath | HCGM1R & SA1R |
