Blood collection at collection point
- You receive a test kit with tubes and referral letter
- Visit one of 800+ collection locations in the Netherlands
- Experienced staff professionally draw your blood
- Receive your results digitally by email
hCG
hCG; pregnancy or tumor marker.
€22.95EUR
€20.00EUR
€5.95EUR
Costs are per order
- TrustPilot 4.6/5 sterren
- No GP referral needed
- Reviewed by BIG-registered physician
- ISO 15189 Certified laboratory
- Results within 1 week
- Order today, ships today
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.
