HCG / Pregnancy Blood Test (Home Kit) – £55

HCG / Pregnancy Details

Sample (blood) taken at home through finger pricking. Our HCG Pregnancy Blood Test detects a biomarker indicating HCG, which indicates pregnancy.

HCG is produced by the placenta and increases significantly in concentration during pregnancy. It can also be used to diagnose trophoblastic tumours.

Swab and urine evaluation options are available.

This exam detects a biomarker indicating the level of:

Instructions

Sample should be taken in the morning and before taking medication. Please refrain from taking biotin supplements for 2 days before the day of sample collection.

For the the best samples, we suggest:

• Staying hydrated before taking a sample.
• Taking a warm shower to improve blood flow.
• Doing light exercise.
• Shaking the test tube gently instead of violently.
• Avoiding a hard squeeze on the finger.
• Not leaving the sample to sit for more than a day to prevent clotting.

Why should you check with us?

• Direct laboratory prices and support.
• Fast results and prescriptions.
• CE-certified sensitive PCR laboratory equipment for accurate tests.
• Pre-paid Royal Mail delivery.
• MHRA-registered IVD devices.
• WhatsApp support during business hours.

How does the exam work?

To analyze and receive results:

• Access the link provided in the written instructions on the test kit.
• Collect samples according to instructions.
• Put the collected sample into the provided additional box.
• Locate the nearest drop box through the Royal Mail app.
• Place the box into the drop box to be delivered and analyzed.
• Receive your results in 1-3 days.

Order your test kit and collect your sample at home.

Drop off the sample in the Royal Mail Red Street Box. Use the Track 24/48 return label to the laboratory.

Receive your results through email or by opening your dashboard on our site.

How long do I need to wait for my results?

The typical turnaround time is 1-3 days. Do note that while we aim to give you results as quickly as possible, the exact result processing time may vary. We are committed to following strict guidelines to ensure quick and accurate results, including staff training, audits, logging, and quality control. The close proximity of our laboratory to our clinic allows us to instantly analyze samples.

We suggest taking your sample from Monday to Thursday to avoid delivery delays from our laboratory.

What is an HCG Blood Pregnancy Exam?

Human chorionic gonadotropin is a glycoprotein hormone consisting of two α and β subunits naturally produced by the placenta. HCG Hormone Blood Test is useful for confirming pregnancy and evaluating trophoblastic tumours. Its role is to maintain the corpus luteum during pregnancy. Its concentration increases exponentially, reaching the maximum value in weeks 8-11.

Why get one?

• To detect an ectopic pregnancy.
• Screening for Down syndrome.
• To detect and monitor-secreting tumours.

What are the Instructions for use?

Please take your sample in the morning. Take it at least one hour before any medication.

1 Biomarker:

• β-HCG: it is a hormone produced in your body during pregnancy.

How does it Work?

Order your test kit and collect your sample at home.

Drop off the sample in the Royal Mail Red Street Box. Use the Track 24/48 return label to the laboratory.

Receive your results through email or by opening your dashboard on our site.

How long do the results take?

The target turnaround time for the results is 1 working day of receiving in the laboratory. However, The turnaround time is a guide only and sometimes depends on assay run schedules.

Please take your sample from Monday to Thursday to avoid delivery delays at the lab. 

Sample Management

Furthermore, some rules exist about making Private Pregnancy checks at home. First, you need to take the sample close to the delivery time. Do not take the same and leave it around the home for 1-2 days. Please make sure that you get the sample to the drop box before the last pick-up for that box. But when you first take the sample, please rotate the tube six times to ensure it is mixed correctly with the non-clotting solution in the tube.

So, please ensure the sample leaves the drop box and travels overnight to our lab in the track24 return bag.

Also, you may by visiting our HCG clinic near me to get your results. Therefore, a prompt return is required to ensure samples are not rejected at the laboratory’s arrival point.

Why Choose Us?

• The Latest laboratory Technology
• Deal Direct Laboratory Best Prices
• Deal Direct Laboratory Best Support
• Pre-Paid Royal Mail Tracked 24/48, Return to Lab Label included.
• Result Certificate Issued by Confidential Email (No SMS)
• MHRA Registered IVD Devices
• Support via WhatsApp during business hours