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– Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) is a hormone found during pregnancy.
– hCG can be measured in urine and blood.
– Blood tests can be used to check the progress of a pregnancy by measuring hCG levels.
– It takes about 2 weeks for hCG levels to be high enough to be detected by a home pregnancy test.
– Low levels of hCG may be found in blood 6 to 10 days after ovulation.
– hCG levels are highest at the end of the first trimester and gradually decline over the rest of pregnancy.
– Average hCG levels in blood during pregnancy vary by week.
– Higher than expected hCG levels may indicate a multiple pregnancy or an abnormal growth in the uterus.
– Falling hCG levels may suggest a pregnancy loss or ectopic pregnancy.
– hCG levels alone do not provide a diagnosis but indicate potential issues that need further investigation. The article mentions that to confirm the presence of more than one baby, an ultrasound is required. It advises individuals with concerns about their hCG levels to consult with their doctor or maternity healthcare professional.