Blood vs Urine Pregnancy Test: Pros & Cons

Blood vs Urine Pregnancy Test: Pros & Cons

A pregnancy test detects a hormone called HCG (human chorionic gonadotropin). A woman’s placenta makes this hormone after a fetus has developed in her uterus. HCG is present in her blood and urine during pregnancy and not during any other time, which is why tests that detect it are the most accurate tests known for determining pregnancy. If you suspect you may be pregnant, choosing between a blood vs urine pregnancy test may be a tough choice.

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