Beta HCG (B-HCG) Test

The Beta HCG (β-hCG) Test is a quantitative blood test that measures the precise level of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) hormone in the blood. hCG is a hormone produced by the placenta after implantation and plays a vital role in maintaining pregnancy.

This test is used to:

• Confirm pregnancy at an early stage

• Monitor pregnancy progression

• Diagnose ectopic pregnancy

• Detect threatened or failing pregnancy

• Track recovery after miscarriage

hCG can first be detected in the blood approximately 11 days after conception. During early pregnancy, hCG levels double approximately every 48–72 hours and peak around 8–11 weeks of gestation. After this period, the levels gradually decline and stabilize for the remainder of the pregnancy.

Abnormally low hCG levels may indicate:

• Ectopic pregnancy

• Miscarriage

• Delayed implantation

Abnormally high hCG levels may suggest:

• Multiple pregnancy (twins/triplets)

• Gestational trophoblastic disease

• Certain ovarian tumors

The Beta HCG test is always interpreted along with clinical symptoms and ultrasound findings to ensure accurate diagnosis and pregnancy monitoring.

This is a quantitative blood test that measures the exact level of Beta Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (β-hCG) hormone in the bloodstream.