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Human chorionic gonadotropin + β subunit (hCG + β-HCG)

Human chorionic gonadotropin + β subunit (hCG + β-HCG)

The test is performed to confirm and assess the progress of pregnancy, in the diagnosis of pregnancy complications such as hypertension or premature birth, to determine abnormal HCG levels which may be associated with fetal chromosomal abnormalities, and to differentiate between malignant and benign trophoblastic diseases.

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Test description

The test is conducted to confirm and assess the progress of pregnancy. It involves measuring the level of the hormone – dimeric human chorionic gonadotropin, consisting of linked alpha (α) and beta (β) units, as well as the single beta (β) subunit.

When to Perform the Test?

This test is performed to confirm and assess the progress of pregnancy, in the diagnosis of pregnancy complications such as hypertension or premature birth. Abnormal HCG levels are associated with fetal chromosomal abnormalities. The test is also helpful in the diagnosis and differentiation of malignant and benign trophoblastic diseases.

Associated Conditions

Human chorionic gonadotropin + β subunit (hCG + β-HCG) is measured in the diagnosis of conditions such as normal pregnancy, ectopic pregnancy, spontaneous miscarriage, hydatidiform mole, invasive mole, choriocarcinoma, and testicular cancer.