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Understanding and Tracking Your hCG Levels: A Comprehensive Guide
Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG) is a hormone that is produced during periods of pregnancy. Composed of cells from the placenta, it is detectable by both blood and urine test. Interestingly, according to the American Pregnancy Association, "In about 85% of normal pregnancies, the hCG level will double every 48 - 72 hours." However, if your hCG levels are lower than what is considered "normal," the Association says you should not despair. lf you do plan to track your levels, listing them is simple.
Instructions
Get your blood drawn for the purpose of measuring your hCG levels.
Get your blood test results.
Record the levels measured each week in milli-International Units per milliliter, or mlU/ml.
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