This article looks at HCG levels and how they relate to pregnancy. We also examine the potential results and accuracy of an HCG pregnancy test.

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Key points to know about HCG pregnancy tests include the following:

Doctors may order several HCG blood tests over several days to monitor how a person&#;s HCG levels change. This HCG trend can help doctors determine how a pregnancy is developing.

HCG tests can also determine if a person&#;s body is producing the correct levels of certain pregnancy-related hormones. Typically, HCG levels increase steadily during the first trimester, peak, then decline in the second and third trimesters as the pregnancy progresses.

An HCG pregnancy test checks human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) levels in the blood or urine. HCG tests can detect elevated HGC levels to determine if a person is pregnant.

Blood tests are typically more sensitive than urine tests. However, many home urine tests are highly sensitive. A analysis found that four types of home pregnancy tests could detect HCG levels up to 4 days before the expected period, or about 10 days after ovulation for many people.

Some tests may not detect pregnancy until HCG has risen to a certain level. Tests that can detect lower levels of HCG may diagnose pregnancy earlier.

Many people have very low levels of HCG in their blood and urine when they are not pregnant. HCG tests detect elevated levels.

HCG levels stop rising late in the first trimester. This leveling out may be why many people experience relief from pregnancy symptoms, such as nausea and fatigue , around this time.

Very low HCG levels may point to a problem with the pregnancy, be a sign of an ectopic pregnancy , or warn that pregnancy loss could occur. Rapidly rising HCG levels can signal a molar pregnancy , a condition that causes a uterine tumor to grow.

HCG levels not only signal pregnancy but are also a way to measure whether a pregnancy is developing correctly.

Cells that become the placenta produce the hormone HCG. A person&#;s HCG levels quickly rise during the first few weeks of pregnancy.

If HCG is higher than the average pregnancy level, it could indicate more than one fetus.

HCG levels rise in the first trimester and then slightly drop. They typically peak at 28,000&#;210,000 IU/L around 12 weeks after conception.

Also called a beta HCG test, this blood test measures the specific HCG hormone in your blood in international units per liter (IU/L). The level of HCG helps determine the age of the fetus.

False-positive results may occur if hormone levels are high due to menopause or hormone supplements. Some ovarian or testicular tumors may also raise a person&#;s HCG levels.

A negative qualitative HCG test means a person is not pregnant. If they still suspect that they are pregnant, a person should repeat the test after a few days .

A person can use this type of test to check for elevated HCG levels in the urine or blood. Urine tests are about as accurate as blood tests . A high level of HCG indicates that a person is pregnant.

There are two types of HCG tests: qualitative and quantitative.

Test strips can change color as they dry. Some people notice an evaporation line after several minutes. This is a very faint line that may look like a shadow.

An individual must check the test within the time frame the instructions indicate. This is typically around 2 minutes .

People must read the urine test instructions and follow them carefully. Most tests use lines to show when a test is positive. The test line does not have to be as dark as the control line to be positive. Any line at all indicates the test is positive.

Each pregnancy is different, but home pregnancy tests are close to 99% accurate if a person uses them as instructed. False-positive results are rarer than false-negative results.

Due to how long it takes for HCG levels to rise, a person can be pregnant and still get a negative test. A positive result usually appears after retesting a few days later.

However, because home pregnancy tests are increasingly sensitive, some can detect very early pregnancies with low HCG levels.

The best time to use an HCG test

For the most accurate results, a person should not take a home pregnancy test until 1&#;2 weeks after a missed period.

Implantation usually happens a week or so after ovulation. It can take several days for HCG levels to rise high enough for a test to detect the hormone. The earlier a person takes the home pregnancy test, the more difficult it is to detect this hormone.

HCG blood tests can detect pregnancy about 10 days after conception, while urine tests generally take 2 or more weeks.

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Although some home pregnancy tests can provide results before the first missed period, the results are usually more accurate after the first day of the missed period.

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Ultra Sensitive Early Detection Pregnancy Test Strips

The CLIA Waived Ultra Sensitive Pregnancy Test Strips offer a reliable and precise solution for early pregnancy detection, specifically designed to deliver quick, easy-to-read results at home. These FDA-cleared strips are 99.9% accurate, detecting the human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) hormone&#;essentially confirming pregnancy as early as 8&#;9 days post-ovulation, or roughly 5 days before the expected menstrual period. With an ultra-sensitive threshold of just 25 mlU/mL hCG, these strips offer peace of mind for women looking for an early indication of pregnancy.

Benefits of Use

• Early Detection: Begin testing up to 8&#;9 days after ovulation, allowing for confirmation of pregnancy well before missed periods.
• Ultra Sensitivity: Detects hCG at low concentrations (25 mIU/mL), helping catch pregnancy signs in its earliest stages.
• FDA-Cleared and 99.9% Accuracy: Provides reliable results, giving users confidence and minimizing false readings.
• Convenience and Privacy: Test easily from the comfort of home, with a simple, one-step urine test.

Features

• High Sensitivity Detection: Capable of identifying minute hCG levels, ensuring prompt results.
• Immunochromatographic Technology: Utilizes monoclonal antibodies for precise hCG hormone detection and accuracy in distinguishing pregnancy from other hormonal conditions.
• Quick Results: Easy-to-read, colored lines clearly indicate a positive or negative result within minutes.
• Internal Control for Reliability: The control line provides confirmation of a valid test, ensuring confidence in the results displayed.

How It Works

The CLIA Waived Ultra Sensitive Pregnancy Test Strip operates through Immunochromatography. When the urine sample soaks into the absorbent pad, hCG (if present) binds to the monoclonal antibodies in the test, forming a complex. This complex is captured in the test region, producing a colored line that indicates a positive result. The control line must appear on every valid test, confirming accuracy and reliability.

Test Procedures

Step 1

Remove the testing device from the foil pouch by tearing at the notch. Hold the strip by the colored end.

Step 2

Immerse the strip into the urine with the arrow end pointing towards the specimen. Do not immerse past the MAX line.

Step 3

Take the strip out after 3-5 seconds. Lay the strip ( MAX side facing up) flat on a clean, dry, non-absorbent surface.

Step 4

Wait for colored bands to appear and read results.
Positive results can be read as soon as it appears.
Negative results may be confirmed in 5 to 10 minutes.
Ensure that the background of the test area is white before interpreting the results.

Result Interpretations

Control Line ( C): The control line appears on every valid test, regardless of the result. Its presence confirms that the test is functioning correctly and that the sample has been absorbed properly. If the control line does not appear, the test is invalid and should be repeated with a new strip.

Test Line ( T): The test line appears only when hCG is detected in the sample. A visible test line indicates a positive result, suggesting pregnancy. If no test line appears but the control line does, the result is negative, indicating that hCG was not detected at the threshold level in the sample.

These lines ensure accurate readings, helping users interpret their results with confidence.

Negative

A pink colored band appears only at the control region

Positive

A clear pink control band and a detectable test band appear. This indicates pregnancy.

Invalid

No visible band at the control region. Repeat with a new test device. If test still fails, please contact the distributor with the lot number.

Warnings and Precautions

1. This test is designed for in vitro diagnostic use.
2. Read instructions carefully before using this test.
3. This kit is for external use only. Do not swallow.
4. Do not use the test kit beyond expiry date.
5. Do not use the kit if the pouch is punctured or is not well sealed.
6. Keep out of the reach of children.
7. Urine specimens may be infectious; Insure proper handing and discard all used devices according to the local regulations.
8. The test is for single use. Do not reuse it.

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Note: Do NOT interpret results after 30 minutes.

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