What do pregnancy tests detect?

Question

Just curious actually, what exactly is the test picking up to show positive? Some hormone na? I tested and got two lines but wanted to understand how it even works.

Priya Gautam · Answer

They detect the HCG hormone which your body starts making after implantation. It's simple science, no magic.

Jhilmil Pal · Answer

It checks for HCG hormone in your urine. For me, that hormone also brought endless morning sickness, but seeing that positive test makes it worth it.

Basanti Rao · Answer

Yaar actually it just tracks the HCG hormone levels in your pee. That's why they say to use morning sample for a clear reading.

Madhuri Dalmia · Answer

They detect the HCG hormone! But honestly, my body detected it first with those weird midnight cravings for spicy chips!

Gulabi Raju · Answer

It detects the early life hormone, HCG, signaling a new soul's journey. God bless you, take care of your health.

Arthi Murthy · Answer

They check for a special hormone called HCG. My mother told me to test using the first morning urine because that hormone is most concentrated then.