How to read an HCG blood test report
Nov 02, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhao Xiaodong
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, HCG refers to human chorionic gonadotropin. When reviewing a blood test report for human chorionic gonadotropin, it is important to check whether the HCG value falls within the expected range for the corresponding stage of pregnancy. Human chorionic gonadotropin is a glycoprotein hormone composed of alpha and beta subunits, and it is a specific hormone secreted by placental tissue after a woman becomes pregnant.
Generally, HCG refers to human chorionic gonadotropin. When reviewing a blood test report for human chorionic gonadotropin, it is important to check whether the HCG value falls within the normal range corresponding to the specific gestational stage. The detailed analysis is as follows:
Human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) is a glycoprotein hormone composed of two subunits, alpha and beta. It is a specific hormone secreted by placental tissue after pregnancy in women. HCG promotes ovulation and blastocyst implantation, maintains corpus luteum function and supports pregnancy, and stimulates the development of secondary sexual characteristics. In males or premenopausal women, the normal HCG level ranges from 0 to 5 U/L. In postmenopausal women, the normal range is 0 to 10 U/L. During weeks 8–10 of pregnancy, the average normal range is approximately 60,000–90,000 U/L. At around 20 weeks of gestation, the normal level is about 12,000 U/L.
If the test results fall outside these ranges and self-assessment is difficult, it is advisable to promptly consult a qualified physician. If abnormal HCG levels are detected, timely medical evaluation is recommended.
