Blood collection at collection point
- After your order you receive instructions by email
- Make an appointment at a collection point near you
- Blood collection at 1,000+ locations across the Netherlands
Blood collection at collection point
- After your order you receive instructions by email
- Make an appointment at a collection point near you
- Blood collection at 1,000+ locations across the Netherlands
- Receive your results digitally by email
What is hCG?
Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG) is a hormone produced by the placenta shortly after fertilization. It is present in the blood and urine of pregnant women and is the hormone detected by pregnancy tests.
Why should you get hCG tested?
Testing hCG is useful for confirming an early pregnancy. It can also assist in monitoring the health and development of the pregnancy. Outside of pregnancy, an hCG test can also be used to detect certain tumors that produce hCG.
What does it indicate?
An hCG test can indicate whether a woman is pregnant and, in some cases, provide information about the potential health of the pregnancy. In non-pregnant individuals, a high hCG level may indicate certain forms of cancer, such as trophoblastic disease or certain testicular tumors.
What does a high hCG level mean?
A high hCG level in pregnant women may indicate a multiple pregnancy (such as twins or triplets), a molar pregnancy, or may sometimes suggest an anomaly in the pregnancy. In non-pregnant individuals, a high hCG level may indicate the presence of certain tumors.
What does a low hCG level mean?
A low hCG level may indicate a non-viable pregnancy, such as a miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy. It is important to note that hCG levels can vary between individuals and pregnancies, so a low value should always be discussed with a medical professional.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to what people usually want to know.
How does it work from order to result?
After ordering we generate a referral letter and email you the instructions. You pick a collection point yourself and book an appointment there. Blood is drawn at the location, processed at the lab, and your result arrives digitally.
How quickly can I get tested?
Usually very quickly. Collection points typically have slots within a few days, sometimes even same-day. It depends on how busy the location is. For a few specialist analyses we first ship collection materials, which takes a bit longer.
Do I need to book an appointment?
At most collection points yes. Some accept walk-ins. This is clearly indicated per location. You choose the location that works best for you.
