Beta-human Chorionic Gonadotrophin (βhCG) – Tumour blood test
Normal Reference Range
<4 U/L
Test Information
Some malignancies, particularly those in the trophoblastic spectrum, such as choriocarcinoma, germ cell tumours, teratoma, and hydatiform mole, release the -subunit of human chorionic gonadotropin.
Clinical Indications
• Diagnose trophoblastic disease or germ cell tumours of the testes or ovaries; and Diagnosis of trophoblastic tumour and its care. It can also be utilised on a regular basis to check on the success of these disorders’ treatments and look for cancer recurrence.
Sample Required
5mL serum sample tube is required for BHCG blood test
Min. sample volume
1.0mL
Special Instructions and Precautions
Not applicable
Time Limits For Retrospective Testing
2 days
Any factors affecting the test
Not applicable
Turnaround Time
3 hrs
Referral centre (if applicable)
Not applicable
Test Code
BHCG