Pregnancy Test – Blood (Serum hCG Test)

The Blood Pregnancy Test at Pamel Laboratories is a highly sensitive and accurate test used to detect and measure the levels of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in the blood — the hormone produced shortly after implantation during early pregnancy. Unlike the urine test, this serum-based test can detect even very low levels of hCG, making it ideal for earlier confirmation of pregnancy, monitoring pregnancy progression, or evaluating pregnancy-related concerns.

What the Test Detects:

• Detects and quantifies hCG hormone in blood

• Can confirm pregnancy as early as 6–8 days after ovulation

• Provides either a qualitative (positive/negative) or quantitative (exact hCG level) result

Purpose of the Test:

• Confirm pregnancy earlier than a urine test

• Monitor hCG levels in early pregnancy

• Evaluate suspected ectopic pregnancy or miscarriage

• Used in fertility treatments to track implantation success

• Helpful in diagnosing pregnancy-related complications

Sample Type: Blood sample (serum)

Turnaround Time:

• Qualitative: Same day (within a few hours)

• Quantitative: 24–48 hours

Important Notes:

• More accurate than urine tests, especially in very early pregnancy

• hCG levels vary by individual and pregnancy stage — quantitative results are often used for clinical monitoring