Beta-hCG is a shorthand term for a blood test used to measure hCG levels in early pregnancy. Find out what these levels mean. Many pregnant people and those trying to conceive may have heard the term ...

In early pregnancy, the placenta produces human chorionic gonadotropin hormone (hCG) to support the growth of the fetus. But are hCG levels higher if you’re having twins or multiples? The answer isn’t ...

The clinically challenging case is the patient who presents with pain or bleeding, has a relatively low beta-hCG level, is in stable condition, and has uninformative findings on ultrasonography. The ...

HOW TO TAKE THE POST-TEST: Click here after reading the article to take the post-test on myCME.com. Up to 25% of all women in the early stages of pregnancy will experience vaginal bleeding or spotting ...

While higher levels of hCG can indicate twin pregnancy, it is by no means definitive. You’re going to want to get an ultrasound to know for sure. Share on Pinterest Do you feel like you’re eating for ...

In the first 4 weeks of pregnancy, your hCG levels typically double about every 2 to 3 days. If you’re at risk for miscarriage, you’re more likely to have hCG levels that don’t double or decrease.