1. What is the Am I Pregnant Calculator?

The Am I Pregnant Calculator determines pregnancy likelihood based on human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) hormone levels measured in blood tests. It uses the standard medical threshold of 25 mIU/mL to indicate probable pregnancy.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses a simple threshold formula:

Where:

• \( hCG \) — Human chorionic gonadotropin level in mIU/mL
• \( 25 \) — Standard threshold for pregnancy detection

Explanation: hCG is a hormone produced during pregnancy. Levels above 25 mIU/mL typically indicate pregnancy, while levels below this threshold suggest no pregnancy.

3. Importance of hCG Testing

Details: Quantitative hCG blood testing provides accurate pregnancy detection and can help monitor early pregnancy development. It's more sensitive than urine tests and can detect pregnancy earlier.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your quantitative hCG blood test result in mIU/mL. The calculator will determine if the level indicates pregnancy based on the standard medical threshold.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is hCG?
A: Human chorionic gonadotropin is a hormone produced by the placenta during pregnancy. It's the hormone detected by pregnancy tests.

Q2: What do different hCG levels mean?
A: Levels below 5 mIU/mL: Not pregnant. Levels 5-25 mIU/mL: Borderline (retest needed). Levels above 25 mIU/mL: Likely pregnant.

Q3: How soon can hCG detect pregnancy?
A: Blood tests can detect hCG as early as 11 days after conception, while urine tests typically detect it 12-14 days after conception.

Q4: Can hCG levels indicate problems?
A: Yes. Abnormally high, low, or slowly rising hCG levels may indicate ectopic pregnancy, miscarriage, or other complications.

Q5: Should I consult a doctor?
A: Always consult a healthcare provider for proper pregnancy confirmation and prenatal care, regardless of calculator results.