When to Worry About High hCG Hormone during Pregnancy: Symptoms That Require Medical Attention

The hCG hormone during pregnancy plays a vital role in maintaining the pregnancy, particularly during the first trimester. hCG stimulates the corpus luteum to produce progesterone, which thickens the uterine lining and supports the growing fetus. A normal hCG level during pregnancy increases rapidly in the early weeks. In this blog, you will optimize an understanding of the function of the hCG hormone during pregnancy, the symptoms associated with elevated levels, when medical attention is needed and the risk associated with it. hCG Hormone Levels During Pregnancy: There are two main types of hCG tests: a qualitative test, which checks for the presence of hCG in the blood, and a quantitative (or beta) test, which measures the exact amount of hCG in the bloodstream. An hCG level under 5 mIU/mL is considered negative for pregnancy, while a level over 25 mIU/mL confirms pregnancy. If the hCG level falls between 6 and 24 mIU/mL, it is considered inconclusive and ...