Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
What Do These HCG Levels Indicate?
Question: I just for my hcg back. I got flagged high my number is 742 but my referance number is <5. what does this all mean ??
Brief Answer:
The test means you are pregnant.
Detailed Answer:
Hello, and I hope I can help you today.
The test you had was checking the level of bHCG, which is the hormone produced during pregnancy. So this test means that you are pregnant or were recently pregnant.
I do not know why you had this test done, but I hope the results bring good news.
If you have any additional questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Best wishes,
Dr. Brown
The test means you are pregnant.
Detailed Answer:
Hello, and I hope I can help you today.
The test you had was checking the level of bHCG, which is the hormone produced during pregnancy. So this test means that you are pregnant or were recently pregnant.
I do not know why you had this test done, but I hope the results bring good news.
If you have any additional questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Best wishes,
Dr. Brown
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
I was pregnant 2 years ago. and I missed my period about 4 days ago. so I am pregnant ? what does the referance <5 mean then less then 5 weeks pregnant ?
Brief Answer:
The reference number is the level of a negative test
Detailed Answer:
Hello again,
The reference number refers to the cutoff number for a negative test, meaning any level over 5 is considered positive. ( <5 means less or equal to 5) That number does not refer to how many weeks you are pregnant So if you just missed your period for four days, you are approximately 4 and a half weeks pregnant.
I hope this is good news for you and that this information helps you understand your test results.
If I can be of further assistance please let me know.
Take care,
Dr. Brown
The reference number is the level of a negative test
Detailed Answer:
Hello again,
The reference number refers to the cutoff number for a negative test, meaning any level over 5 is considered positive. ( <5 means less or equal to 5) That number does not refer to how many weeks you are pregnant So if you just missed your period for four days, you are approximately 4 and a half weeks pregnant.
I hope this is good news for you and that this information helps you understand your test results.
If I can be of further assistance please let me know.
Take care,
Dr. Brown
Note: Revert back with your gynae reports to get a clear medical analysis by our expert Gynecologic Oncologist. Click here.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
