Beta HCG Test in Pune

What is this test?

Beta-HCG test is a blood test which measures the level of Beta Human Chorionic Gonadotrophin (Beta-HCG) in the blood. Beta-HCG levels increase during pregnancy, and so this test can detect pregnancy.

What is Beta-HCG?

Beta-HCG is a hormone, created by the mother's body during pregnancy. The placenta (connection between mother and baby) releases it into the mother's blood. The level of beta-HCG doubles every 24 hours. This happens for the first 90 days of pregnancy. Tracking its level can help detect and later confirm pregnancy.

When to do the Beta-HCG Test?

For pregnancy, this test should be done 3-4 weeks after the last missed period.

It is recommended in the following situations :

• Missed period : If you have missed your period and are trying for a child
• Tracking pregnancy : Your doctor has asked you to track the level of Beta-HCG to make sure your pregnancy is progressing correctly
• Abnormal Pregnancy : Doctors may request the beta-hcg test if they feel your pregnancy has taken place at an abnormal site (not in the uterus)
• In some cancers : Beta HCG levels are also raised in some cancers, like gestational trophoblastic tumors and breast cancer

Beta HCG Normal Range by week of pregnancy

The level of Beta-HCG doubles every 24 hours for the first 3 months of pregnancy. Its level can be measured from the date of the last menstrual period. (first day of bleeding of last menstrual period). The following table lists the normal range in different weeks of pregnancy:

Week of Pregnancy	Beta-HCG Level
3-4 weeks	16 to 156
4-5 weeks	100 to 4,890
5-6 weeks	1,110 to 31,500
6-7 weeks	2,560 to 82,300
7-8 weeks	23,100 to 1,51,000
8-9 weeks	27,300 to 2,33,000
9 - 13 weeks	20,900 to 2,91,000
13 to 18 weeks	6,140 to 1,03,000

How is the test done?

This is a simple blood test and requires no special preparation. You do not need to be fasting for this test.

To perform this test, a sample of blood will be drawn from your vein, by inserting a sterile needle. The blood sample will then be analyzed in the lab.

What will be included in the report?

The report includes a single result - level of Beta-HCG

Check the sample report PDF for more detais.

Test Accuracy and Earliet Possible date of detection

The test is highly accurate if done at least 2-3 weeks after conception. Note that the test is required to be repeated after 24-48 hours to check that the value is increasing at the required rate.

Summary

Sample Type	Blood
Time to Get Report	1 day
Test Method	CMIA
Normal Range	Non-pregnant - Upto 5; During Pregnancy - 16 - 2,91,000.
Purpose of test	Detection of pregnancy, tracking cancer progression
Intended for	Adult females
Fasting Required	No
Total Tests	1
Doctor's Prescription Required	No
Reports Available By	PDF available through Watsapp,Email and Hardcopy(on request)
Other Names	Pregnancy Blood Test, Beta-HCG Test, Serum Beta-HCG Test