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Does a dropping hcg level in early pregnancy always mean miscarriage?

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In short, yes: Dropping HCG levels mean an abnormal pregnancy if they are measured during the early weeks of pregnancy, this does not hold true if measured later in pregnancy when levels can drop and be normal. There are occasional time when they may not rise as expected when there are significant maternal illnesses as well.

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Answered 4/25/2018

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How high does hCG level have to be before a hpt will show positive? I had a miscarriage four weeks ago but am having pregnancy symptoms again.

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My HCG levels were tested 3 times, the levels were first at 19, then at 33 and lastly at 45. All these tests were 48 hours apart. I am currently 5 weeks 3 days. Is there any chance of this pregnancy going to term and not miscarrying?

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