Pregnancy after treatment
A beta hCG blood test measures the amount of pregnancy hormone rather than giving a yes/no answer, so it can detect pregnancy earlier and more precisely than a urine test. Clinics use it about nine to fourteen days after transfer. A single value cannot tell you how a pregnancy will progress; the trend across repeat tests is more informative.
Also known as: blood pregnancy test, BHCG, beta test, hCG level
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Sources
- ESHRE guidelines and patient information
Last reviewed: 8 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.