Beta-hCG is a shorthand term for a blood test used to measure hCG levels in early pregnancy. Find out what these levels mean. Many pregnant people and those trying to conceive may have heard the term ...

Blood pregnancy tests can tell you if you're pregnant 6 to 14 days after conception. You'll need to wait longer before taking ...

A pregnancy diet that's high in protein and complex carbohydrates is not only good for baby, it can also help keep nausea at bay. Think whole grain toast and peanut butter, or hard cheese and crackers ...

A false negative on a pregnancy test means the test says you're not pregnant when you actually are. Here's how it could ...

Pregnancy has long remained one of the most elusive aspects of human life to trace in the archaeological record, especially ...

A positive pregnancy test in men, though rare, demands immediate medical attention. While it may seem humorous, elevated levels of hCG, detected by these tests, often signal underlying health issues ...

This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they ...

Scientists have detected pregnancy hormones in ancient bones and teeth, revealing a new way to trace pregnancies in the ...

Emily Laurence is a journalist, freelance writer and certified health coach living in Raleigh, North Carolina. She specializes in writing about mental health, healthy aging and overall wellness. For ...