My doctor asked for beta hCG repeat test and I am trying to understand why it matters. The numbers make me nervous because I keep comparing online. What does hCG show in early weeks?
During my IVF I learnt all about hcg, its the hormone that keeps early pregnancy going and the one they measure in blood tests. Watching those numbers rise was such an emotional time for me. Your doctor will guide you through the readings.
Its the hormone that confirms pregnancy and helps maintain it in the start. The home kit picks it up in urine. If theres any doubt, the beta hcg blood test shows clear numbers. Your doctor reads them best.
My gynac explained hcg is the hormone the body makes after the embryo implants, it supports the pregnancy in early weeks and is what the test detects. She tracked my beta hcg numbers to make sure they were rising well. Quite reassuring actually.
Hcg is the pregnancy hormone, it keeps the early pregnancy supported and is what makes the test show positive. Rising levels usually mean things are progressing. A blood test gives the exact number if needed.
