My period is 5 days late and home kit showed faint line. Doc told me to do a blood test but i dont really know what to ask for at the lab. Is it the beta hcg one? Anyone done this, how does it work.
It is called a beta hcg blood test, you just go to a lab and they take a small blood sample. My doctor said it can detect pregnancy even earlier than a urine strip, around 8 to 10 days after conception. The report usually comes same day.
I got mine done for around 300-400 rupees at a local lab, not expensive. Honestly the home strip is cheaper, but blood test gives a clearer confirmation early. Compare a couple labs near you for price.
Don't overthink it, just walk into any lab and ask for beta hcg test. No fasting needed, very quick. The number tells whether you are pregnant and roughly how strong the level is.
