FREE BETA HCG, SERUM

The Free Beta HCG test measures the levels of the beta subunit of human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) in the blood. Elevated levels can indicate pregnancy, trophoblastic disease, or certain cancers. It is often used to monitor pregnancy progression or detect gestational trophoblastic disease.

Also known asFbhcg Free Beta Hcg Free Beta Hcg

Available via

Lab Visit

Contains

1 parameters

Earliest reports in

Same Day

Test details

FREE BETA HCG, SERUM Test in Mangaluru Overview

Preparations

No special preparations needed

Test included
FREE BETA HCG, SERUM includes 1 parameter

  • Free Beta Hcg
Frequently Asked Questions

The free beta hCG serum test measures the levels of the beta subunit of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in the blood. It is used for early pregnancy detection and screening for chromosomal abnormalities such as Down syndrome.

This test is recommended during the first trimester of pregnancy as part of prenatal screening to assess the risk of fetal chromosomal abnormalities. It may also be used in the diagnosis of gestational trophoblastic disease or certain types of cancer.

A blood sample is drawn from the patient and analyzed to measure the free beta hCG concentration. Abnormal levels may indicate possible fetal abnormalities or complications.

Elevated levels may be associated with multiple pregnancies, molar pregnancy, or Down syndrome, while low levels may indicate an increased risk of miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy.

Test code

3285

Specimen vol. and vacutainer information
SpecimenVacutainerVolume
SerumYellow Vacutainer1 ML

Specimen stability information

Serum

Specimen rejection criteria

Test run frequency

Every Day TIME - 09:00

Turn around time

Same Day

Performing locations

Department

  • Endocrinology

CPT and Loinc codes

FREE BETA HCG, SERUM

1450