Qualitative Pregnancy Blood Test
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Test Code: 004556
Specimen Type: Blood
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Description:
Qualitative Pregnancy Blood Test (Labcorp)
The qualitative pregnancy blood detects the presence of Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG) in the blood to help determine if a person is pregnant. The major benefits of pregnancy blood testing are a higher level of accuracy than standard at-home urine tests as well as the ability to detect a pregnancy earlier than other methods.
Shortly after conception, the placenta begins producing the hormone hCG. HCG is typically detectable as early as 7 days after conception. During the first 14-16 weeks of pregnancy, hCG levels normally increase quickly and then begin to gradually decrease.
This test is typically ordered when someone is experiencing signs of pregnancy or has already had a positive result on an at-home pregnancy test. Some of the earliest signs of pregnancy include a missed menstrual period, unusual tiredness or fatigue, frequent urination, and nausea. In the event of a negative result, if the signs of pregnancy continue, it is recommended to wait 1-2 weeks and test again.
The results of this pregnancy blood test are qualitative, meaning they will be either positive or negative. A quantitative hCG blood test that provides numerical results is also available.
Turnaround time for the Qualitative Pregnancy test is typically 1 business day.
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Note: Result turn around times are an estimate and are not guaranteed. Our reference lab may need additional time due to weather, holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, or equipment maintenance.
Detection Period:
This test can detect pregnancy as early as 7 days after conception. For the highest level of accuracy, it is recommended to take the test 10 days after a missed menstrual period or any time after.
Requirements:
It is recommended that someone taking Biotin (also known as vitamin B7 or B8, vitamin H, or coenzyme R) stop consumption at least 72 hours prior to the collection of a sample.
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