Description

Beta-hCG (β-hCG) is a test that measures the amount of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in the blood. This hormone is produced as soon as 10 days post-conception and an above-normal level can confirm pregnancy.1

Aside from this, the beta-hCG test may also be used during evaluations of fertility treatments (a synthetic form of the hormone is sometimes used to help follicles mature and trigger ovulation), as well as when there are concerns that something may be wrong with a pregnancy.