Home pregnancy tests work by detecting the presence of the hormone hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) in a woman's urine. | Docteur Ahmed SKHIRI Gynecologue

Low dose HCG : does it work ? Triggering with a lower dose of hCG and FSH shows promise in IVF treatments, according to a recent study published in Fertility and Sterility. The study aimed to determine if a combination of 1,500 IU of hCG and 450 IU of FSH could be as effective as the standard higher doses of hCG (5,000 or 10,000 IU) in in vitro fertilization (IVF) procedures. The research included women aged 18–41 undergoing IVF with specific baseline characteristics such as antral follicle coun

🧪 How Does a Pregnancy Test Work? Pregnancy tests detect a hormone called hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) — the "pregnancy hormone" 🤰 ✅ When a fertilized egg attaches to your uterus, your body starts making hCG. ✅ This hormone shows up in your urine or blood — and that's what tests look for! ✅ Most home tests can detect hCG as early as 10–14 days after conception. 📅 For best results: Test after a missed period and use first morning urine for higher accuracy. A simple pee can confirm a big