Don’t know what hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) is? That’s probably a good thing unless you’re trying to get pregnant. Familiar with its use by athletes in doping? New research promises improved ...

"Your hCG levels aren't rising the way we'd like." That was the official beginning of my miscarriage. I was 40 and childless and wanted a baby more than anything in the world. I'd gotten pregnant ...

ABBOTT PARK, Ill., April 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Women account for nearly 60 percent of visits to emergency departments (ED) in the United States. 1 In emergency situations, it is critical for ...

Human chorionic gonadotropin hormone (hCG) is a hormone produced by the placenta while expecting. If hCG levels fall or plateau early in the first trimester, doctors may suspect a potential pregnancy ...

Everyday Health independently vets all recommended products. If you purchase a featured product, we may be compensated. Learn why you can trust us. These first-to-market pregnancy tests required women ...

It’s easy to get overwhelmed with emotions when you’re taking a pregnancy test. Your life may change forever depending on the results. Confirming those results with your doctor, even if they’re ...

NOWDiagnostics just received FDA clearance for its AdexusDx point-of-care test, which uses a single blood drop to diagnose pregnancy two to 8 days earlier in the process than its urine-based cousins.

All the early signs are there that you might be pregnant. The sore boobs. The tiredness. The frequent trips to the bathroom to pee. Most tellingly, Aunt Flo is a no-show even though you were expecting ...