How Does A High HCG Level In The Test Report Be Interpreted For Having Twins?

Posted on Fri, 19 Jan 2018

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Question : Hi doctor I did a hcg test when I was about 5 weeks and it was fairly high a doctor suggested it could be twins I have attached report please suggest I went for a scan it was not ectopic we saw a sac. Would u suggest I do another hcg at 7 weeks ?

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Ultrasound advised

Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
I have gone through your question and understand the concerns.
I have reviewed the reports.
It will be better to repeat the ultrasound, preferably transvaginal ultrasound, to confirm whether twins are there and to confirm the viability of the pregnancy.
Beta hCG levels will not give any conclusive results regarding viability of pregnancy and number of the fetus.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN
Maternal and fetal medicine specialist

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