2021 CPIP-B Case 2: Immunology – hCG: Testing Options and Challenges
2021 CPIP-B Case 2: Immunology – hCG: Testing Options and Challenges is organized by College of American Pathologists (CAP).
Launch Date: February 15, 2021
Expiration Date: February 14, 2024
Description:
Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) is important for both pregnancy diagnosis and as a tumor marker. Discover the complexities of hCG physiology and pathophysiology to better understand appropriate test selection and to learn how to interpret challenging hCG results.
Objectives:
After completing this assessment activity, you should be able to:
• Describe the forms of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG).
• Describe the physiologic and pathologic patterns for hCG elevation.
• Compare the primary methodologies and matrices for hCG testing and their associated advantages and disadvantages.
• Explain the measurement of hCG for pregnancy assessment and oncology applications.
• Identify guidelines for appropriate hCG test use in various clinical settings.
