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5 weeks pregnant my hcg is 7042, would i be able to see my baby or a heart beat on an ultrasound?

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You can: You can see the heartbeat as early as 5-6 weeks, but not much more. You OB may wait until 8-10 weeks to do an ultrasound, when we can see more of the embryo or make sure it's ok.

Dr Parvez agreed

Answered 6/21/2014

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