Beta hCG Test - Pregnancy marker

Test Details

The Beta hCG test is a simple blood test that measures the levels of hCG in the body. hCG stands for human chorionic gonadotropin, which is a hormone produced by the cells of the early embryo, usually during pregnancy. Measurement of hCG levels helps identify normal pregnancy as well as complications that may arise during pregnancy such as ectopic pregnancy (the fertilised egg is implanted outside the uterus), being pregnant with multiple babies or even a miscarriage. It can also help monitor an individual after an aborted pregnancy, and is also known as the pregnancy test or maternal marker because it detects the hormone that is produced by the body during pregnancy. The Beta hCG test is considered to be an accurate test for confirming pregnancy as compared to home pregnancy kits that are based on an assessment of urine. The Beta hCG test can detect even small amounts of hCG in the blood sample. Therefore, the test can also help determine the age of the foetus. The test can provide insights into pregnancy at as early as 7-10 days after conception. The test can also facilitate the comparison of hCG levels during various phases of pregnancy.