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What are the causes of pregnancy hormones to not be found in urine and only through blood?

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See below: Hcg, the major pregnancy hormone, is present in both urine and blood. Ultrasensitive tests on blood detect smaller amounts, before detectable concentration in the urine.

Answered 4/10/2013

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