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Why do some women not produce as much hcg? will it show up on a blood test?

Q: why do some women not produce as much hcg? will it show up on a blood test?

: In men and in non-pregnant women, the hCG level is normally undetectable. Levels of hCG can vary widely from one pregnant woman to another.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

In men and in non-pregnant women, the hCG level is normally undetectable. Levels of hCG can vary widely from one pregnant woman to another.

Answered 1/24/2022

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Levels of HCG vary widely in normal pregnancies. Visit this site for info: https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/hcg-levels

Answered 1/24/2022

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A member asked:

Why do some women not produce as much hcg? will it show up on a blood test?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

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