Beta-Human Chorionic Gonadotropin

High levels of B-hCG usually mean that you're pregnant, as this hormone is produced after an egg is fertilized. Sometimes, high levels can be due to medications or treatments like fertility drugs or procedures that can raise B-hCG levels artificially. It's also possible that high B-hCG levels could mean you're having more than one baby, like twins or triplets, since more of this hormone is made when there's more than one fetus. Additionally, certain health conditions, such as liver diseases or digestive system disorders, might cause an increase in B-hCG levels.

Symptoms of high levels of B-hCG could include typical signs of early pregnancy such as missed periods, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and breast tenderness. In non-pregnancy related cases, there may not be any noticeable symptoms directly linked to elevated B-hCG levels.

Low levels of B-hCG might mean that your body isn't producing the hormone as quickly as expected during pregnancy. This could happen for various reasons, such as taking the test too early when B-hCG levels are naturally low. Some medications, like fertility treatments or certain antibiotics, might also affect hormone production. Lifestyle factors and health conditions could play a role too. In some cases, low B-hCG levels might point to issues with the pregnancy's development. However, it's important to remember that B-hCG levels can vary a lot between individuals, and what's considered 'normal' can be quite different for each person.

Symptoms of low levels of B-hCG could include absence of typical pregnancy signs such as missed periods, nausea, or breast tenderness. However, it's also possible to have low B-hCG levels without experiencing any noticeable symptoms.