hCG Strip · Quantitative Beta-hCG · Early Confirmation
Whether you need a quick urine confirmation or a precise quantitative blood hCG level, we provide accurate, confidential pregnancy testing with compassionate care, results in minutes.
Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG) is the hormone produced after a fertilised egg implants. We detect it via a rapid urine strip (qualitative) or a precise blood test (quantitative), giving you both speed and accuracy.
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Urine hCG Strip Test (Qualitative)
Lab-grade strip is more sensitive than home tests, detects hCG as low as 20 mIU/mL. Results in 5 minutes. Best done with first-morning urine at least 1 day after a missed period.
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Blood Beta-hCG (Quantitative)
Measures the exact hCG level in your blood. Detects pregnancy before a missed period (7–10 days post-conception). Used to confirm viability, detect ectopic pregnancy, and monitor early progression.
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Serial hCG Monitoring
In early pregnancy, hCG should double every 48–72 hours. Serial measurements confirm a healthy, progressing pregnancy, or flag concern for miscarriage or ectopic implantation.
When to Test
When Should You Take a Pregnancy Test?
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Missed Period
The most common reason. A urine hCG test is highly accurate from the first day of a missed period. Come in first thing in the morning for the most sensitive result.
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Early Pregnancy Symptoms
Nausea, breast tenderness, frequent urination, and fatigue can appear before a missed period. Blood hCG detects pregnancy earliest, from about 7 days post-conception.
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Inconclusive Home Test
A faint line or contradictory home test needs lab confirmation. Our laboratory-grade strips and quantitative blood test give a definitive, unambiguous answer.
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Abnormal Bleeding in Early Pregnancy
Spotting in the first trimester needs an hCG level check together with ultrasound to rule out miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy.
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Before Starting Fertility Treatment
A baseline hCG is required before IVF, IUI, or ovulation induction to rule out existing pregnancy before hormonal stimulation begins.
hCG Levels in Early Pregnancy
Non-pregnant
<5 mIU/mL
3–4 weeks
9–130 mIU/mL
5–6 weeks
200–7,000 mIU/mL
7–8 weeks
3,000–100,000 mIU/mL
⚕️ hCG doubles every 48–72h in a viable pregnancy. Slow-rising or falling levels may indicate miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy, seek medical review promptly.
Preparation
How to Prepare for Your Pregnancy Test
Simple steps for the most accurate result.
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Use First Morning Urine
First-morning urine has the highest hCG concentration. Collect mid-stream urine before drinking anything in the morning for the most sensitive result.
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Test at the Right Time
For urine: at least 1 day after a missed period. For blood hCG: as early as 7–10 days post-conception. Testing too early produces false negatives.
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Fertility Drugs May Affect Results
hCG injections used in fertility treatment (Profasi, Ovidrel) can cause a false positive for up to 14 days after injection. Always inform us if you're on fertility treatment.
Why Choose Us
Trusted Pregnancy Testing in Akoka & Beyond
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Compassionate, Private Care
We understand how emotionally significant a pregnancy result can be. Our team provides support, privacy, and guidance, whatever the outcome.
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Fast, Accurate Results
Urine strip in 5 minutes. Quantitative blood hCG within hours. No waiting days for an answer about something this important.
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Serial hCG Monitoring
48-hour repeat hCG testing to confirm pregnancy viability, essential if you've had previous miscarriages or fertility concerns.
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Complete Confidentiality
Your pregnancy result is yours alone. We deliver results directly to you, in person or via WhatsApp, never shared without your consent.
"I was nervous and unsure. The staff at Mascot Healthcare were so calm and reassuring. The blood hCG confirmed my pregnancy at just 5 weeks. They explained what my level meant and what to expect next."
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When are you open?
Monday to Saturday, 9 AM to 5 PM. We are closed on Sundays and Nigerian public holidays.
How should I prepare?
See our test and scan preparation guide. Good to know for this test: First-morning urine most accurate. If you are unsure, message us on WhatsApp before you come.
Can I come here in an emergency?
No. We don't handle emergencies. For chest pain, difficulty breathing, signs of a stroke, heavy bleeding or any other emergency, go to the nearest hospital or call 112.
Do you accept HMO or health insurance?
Not at the moment. You pay at the clinic by cash, card, POS or bank transfer.