A pregnancy test is a diagnostic tool used to detect pregnancy by measuring the level of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) hormone in the urine or blood. hCG is produced by the placenta after implantation, and its presence indicates ongoing pregnancy. The test comes in various forms, including home kits and laboratory tests, with results typically available within minutes to days.
A pregnancy test is a diagnostic tool used to detect pregnancy by measuring the level of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) hormone in the urine or blood. hCG is produced by the placenta after implantation, and its presence indicates ongoing pregnancy. The test comes in various forms, including home kits and laboratory tests, with results typically available within minutes to days.
A pregnancy test determines pregnancy by identifying hormones like human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in urine or blood. In South Africa, these tests are widely available at pharmacies and clinics.
Private hospitals offer advanced tests for earlier detection and multiple pregnancies. Public healthcare facilities may have longer waiting times.