Above the range
Common causes of a high Beta-hCG (Tumor Marker)
- Pregnancy
- Gestational trophoblastic disease
- Germ-cell tumors
- Choriocarcinoma
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Above the range
What causes a high Beta-hCG (Tumor Marker)?
Normal range < 5 (nonpregnant) mIU/mL (< 5 IU/L SI). Specimen: Serum. See the full Beta-hCG (Tumor Marker) reference page for critical values and nursing considerations.
What is the normal range for Beta-hCG (Tumor Marker)?
The standard teaching reference range for Beta-hCG (Tumor Marker) is < 5 (nonpregnant) mIU/mL in conventional units, or < 5 IU/L in SI units. This value is measured in serum.
| Specimen | Serum |
|---|---|
| Conventional range | < 5 (nonpregnant) mIU/mL |
| SI range | < 5 IU/L |
| Panel | Tumor Markers |
Full details, including nursing considerations, on the Beta-hCG (Tumor Marker) normal range page. Reference ranges vary by laboratory, method, age, sex, and population - always use the range printed on the actual result.
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