The qualitative hCG test checks for human chorionic gonadotropin in the blood.
Test Code(s): 8435
Other Test Name(s): hCG, Total, Qualitative
Test Type: Blood
Test Results: Typically 4 days
The qualitative hCG test checks for the presence of absence of human chorionic gonadotropin in the blood. This test is often used to check for pregnancy for people who want a positive or negative result. Some people who are interested in hCG qualitative testing instead opt for the quantitative blood pregnancy test.
The hCG blood test checks the blood for the presence of human chorionic gonadotropin.
This qualitative hCG test will report levels as positive or negative.
Fasting is not necessary.
It typically takes 4 business days or less.