A quantitative beta-hCG blood test that confirms pregnancy from around 6 to 8 days after ovulation, earlier than a urine test. You get an actual hormone level, not just a positive or negative. Order online, walk in, and know your result.
hCG is secreted when a fertilised egg implants in the uterine wall. It is present in very small amounts in early conception and grows as pregnancy develops. A quantitative beta-hCG blood test is sensitive enough to detect these low levels, so it can confirm pregnancy from around 6 to 8 days after ovulation, before most home urine tests, and it returns a precise hormone level rather than a simple yes or no.
Days after ovulation a blood hCG test can confirm pregnancy, earlier than most home urine tests can.
More sensitive to low hCG than urine testsHours over which hCG typically doubles in a healthy early pregnancy. Repeat testing shows whether levels are rising as expected.
First-trimester hCG patternAustralian babies are born through IVF. Quantitative hCG is the standard test used to confirm pregnancy after embryo transfer.
Source: AIHWA quantitative result confirms pregnancy, can indicate how many weeks pregnant you are, and tracks early progression when measured again 48 hours later. hCG levels vary widely between individuals, so an ultrasound remains the most reliable way to confirm gestational age.
Confirm pregnancy earlier than a urine test, with a precise level rather than a yes or no, so you know sooner.
Quantitative beta-hCG is the standard confirmation test after embryo transfer. Check your result privately without waiting for a clinic appointment.
If you want to see whether hCG is doubling as expected in early pregnancy, a repeat blood test 48 hours later is the right way to check.
Get a discreet, accurate result without a GP consult. Walk in on your own schedule, with the result sent direct to your inbox.
This test confirms pregnancy, it does not replace pregnancy care. hCG levels vary widely between individuals, and an ultrasound is the most reliable way to confirm gestational age. Any concern about a pregnancy should be discussed with a doctor.
Your Pregnancy Check measures the exact level of beta-hCG in your blood. Because it is quantitative, it gives you a real number rather than a colour change, which confirms pregnancy and can show how it is progressing.
Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) is the hormone secreted when a fertilised egg implants in the uterine wall. It is present in very small amounts in early conception and grows as pregnancy develops, typically doubling every 48 to 72 hours in the first trimester. Because this test measures the actual concentration in your blood, a single result can confirm pregnancy and a pair of results a few days apart can show whether progression is as expected.
What it tells youHow it works
Step one
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Step two
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Step three
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Your full report is sent privately to your inbox, typically within 24 to 72 hours, with most landing in 24 to 48 hours. Your quantitative hCG level is shown against the laboratory reference range.
At a glance
Here's who gets the most value from a quantitative pregnancy blood test.
Confirm pregnancy earlier than a urine test, with a precise hormone level rather than a yes or no, so you know sooner and more clearly.
Quantitative beta-hCG is the standard confirmation test after embryo transfer. Check your result privately, without waiting for a clinic appointment.
If you want to see whether hCG is doubling as expected in early pregnancy, a repeat blood test 48 hours later gives a clear picture. Discuss your results with your doctor.
You would rather not wait for a GP appointment. Order online, walk in, and get a discreet, accurate result direct to your inbox.
A NATA-accredited pathology report with your quantitative hCG level shown against the laboratory reference range. Clear, not buried in jargon.
The same format used by hospitals and GPs across Australia. Delivered privately to your inbox.
Your exact hCG level is shown against the laboratory reference range, so you can see at a glance whether the result is consistent with pregnancy.
Secure PDF to your inbox. Share it with your GP or specialist, or keep it for your records and ongoing tracking.
Quantitative beta-hCG is significantly elevated above the non-pregnant reference range, a result consistent with early pregnancy. If monitoring progression, repeat testing in 48 hours is recommended to confirm an appropriate rise. hCG levels vary between individuals and are best interpreted alongside clinical context.
Sample report shown for illustration. Reference ranges vary between laboratories. hCG results should be interpreted alongside clinical context, and an ultrasound is the most reliable method for confirming gestational age.
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A pregnancy blood test through a GP may be bulk-billed under Medicare where clinically indicated. MediTests is a private, self-requested option for anyone who prefers to test without a consult or referral.
An overview of what a quantitative beta-hCG test is, why a blood test detects pregnancy earlier than a urine test, how to read your result, and what the number can and cannot tell you. Written for Australians considering a private pregnancy blood test.
hCG stands for human chorionic gonadotropin, a hormone secreted when a fertilised egg becomes implanted in the uterine wall. It is present in very small amounts in early conception and the level grows as your pregnancy develops. The beta subunit (beta-hCG) is what pregnancy blood tests measure, because it is specific to pregnancy and not present in meaningful amounts otherwise.
hCG rises rapidly in early pregnancy, typically doubling every 48 to 72 hours in the first trimester. It reaches a peak around 8 to 10 weeks, then gradually declines to a plateau for the rest of the pregnancy. Because this test measures the actual hormone level rather than simply detecting its presence, it gives you more information than a qualitative urine test.
A serum (blood) hCG test is more sensitive than a urine test because it detects much lower concentrations of the hormone. This early pregnancy test can pick up even very low levels of hCG, so it can confirm pregnancy approximately 6 to 8 days after ovulation, before a urine test would typically return a positive result.
For anyone tracking a cycle closely, whether naturally or through assisted reproduction, a blood hCG test at 6 to 8 days post-ovulation (or 10 to 14 days post embryo transfer for IVF) gives the earliest reliable confirmation.
A qualitative test, like a home urine test, returns a simple yes or no. A quantitative test returns the actual concentration in mIU/mL. The number itself is useful for:
A single hCG result confirms whether pregnancy hormone is present, but it does not tell the whole story on its own. In a healthy intrauterine pregnancy, hCG typically doubles every 48 to 72 hours through the early first trimester. A level that is not rising, rising too slowly, or falling can indicate a pregnancy that is not progressing as expected.
Causes of an abnormal hCG pattern include ectopic pregnancy (where the embryo implants outside the uterus) and early miscarriage. These situations warrant clinical review and should be discussed with a GP or obstetrician who can arrange further assessment. A high or rising hCG level alone is reassuring but does not rule out complications, so interpretation always requires clinical context.
hCG levels can vary widely between individuals. Other factors, such as the exact timing of ovulation and implantation, can influence these levels. For this reason, a single hCG number should not be over-interpreted as a precise measure of gestational age.
An ultrasound is the most reliable method for determining gestational age and confirming that a pregnancy is progressing normally. A blood hCG test is an excellent early confirmation and monitoring tool, and it works best alongside the care of your GP or obstetrician.
The MediTests Pregnancy Check is a private, self-requested pathology test you can order online without a referral. The price covers the pathology request, the lab analysis at a NATA-accredited Australian laboratory, and your results delivered as a secure PDF report.
The process is simple: complete checkout online and immediately receive a pathology request to your inbox, walk into any of the 3,300+ Healius collection centres across Australia without an appointment, have your blood sample collected, and receive your results typically within 24 to 72 hours of collection, with most landing within 24 to 48 hours. No fasting is required.
Your report shows your quantitative hCG level against the laboratory reference range. The result is yours to share with your GP, obstetrician or fertility specialist for interpretation in your individual clinical context.
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This information is general and educational, not medical advice. A quantitative beta-hCG blood test is used to confirm pregnancy and monitor early progression. hCG levels vary widely between individuals and are influenced by the exact timing of ovulation and implantation. An ultrasound is the most reliable method for determining gestational age. A slow-rising, static or falling hCG can indicate a pregnancy complication and should be assessed by a doctor. Reference ranges vary between laboratories. Please consult your GP, obstetrician or a qualified healthcare professional for interpretation of your results in your individual clinical context.
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