HCG EARLY PREGNANCY CHECK BLOOD TEST
The HCG blood test measures the levels of human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) hormone in the blood. HCG is a hormone produced by the placenta during pregnancy. The HCG blood test is primarily used to confirm and monitor pregnancy.
HCG is primarily used in pregnancy confirmation - it is one of the earliest markers of pregnancy. The test can detect the presence of HCG in the blood, confirming pregnancy even before a missed period or a positive home pregnancy test.
HCG levels typically rise rapidly in early pregnancy and peak around 8-11 weeks. Serial HCG blood tests may be performed to monitor the health and progress of the pregnancy. Abnormal HCG levels could indicate an ectopic pregnancy, a potential miscarriage, or other pregnancy complications.
In certain cases, the HCG blood test can help estimate the gestational age of the pregnancy. Comparing the HCG levels with established reference ranges and considering the timing of the test can provide an approximate estimation of how far along the pregnancy is.
In addition, in some cases, the HCG blood test, along with other blood tests and ultrasound examinations, may be used as part of prenatal screening to assess the risk of certain genetic disorders.
1 BIOMARKER
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REPRODUCTION
- HCG (Beta HCG) Hormone