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HelpTest Code HCGU hCG (qualitative), urine
Additional Codes
| Epic Ordering Code | LAB437 |
| NBS code | LBC00538 |
| Service code | 31509 |
Specimen Requirements
Submit the following:
| Container: |
| Random Urine Container |
Processing Requirements
Collect mid-stream urine in preservative-free urine container. Unacidified Urine.
Specimen type: Urine
Volume: 10 mL
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Urine |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 2 hours |
| Refrigerate | 72 hours |
| Frozen | Not available |
Specimen Condition
| Haemolysis | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Icterus | Not applicable |
| Lipaemia | Not applicable |
| Others | Not applicable |
Methodology
Immunochromatography
Days and Times Performed
24 hrs, TAT 1 day
Reference Interval
Interpretation of urine hCG result should take into consideration potential false negatives in:
(a) patients > 5 weeks or < 12 days pregnant
(b) ectopic and molar pregnancy
(c) diluted urine
And false positives in:
(d) urinary tract infection and/or haematuria
(e) patients treated with antibody therapy
(f) nephrotic syndrome
(g) urine admixed with cleaning solutions/detergents
In these cases, a serum beta-HCG is recommended.
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Chemistry, 67724346
Useful For
Early detection of pregnancy.
Update
Last updated 17/07/2026
LOINC Code Information
80384-1
Alias
Beta-HCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin)
Total Chorionic Gonadotropin
Pregnancy Test