hCG is a hormone produced early in pregnancy. It helps to nourish and protect the embryo. By checking hCG levels, doctors can assess the health of a pregnancy. Many women want to know what high hCG levels mean and in which cases hCG may become higher than normal.

hCG is an important hormone secreted when a woman is pregnant. Monitoring hCG levels provides valuable information about the status of the pregnancy. Many pregnant women are concerned about whether low hCG levels are a problem and the risks associated with low hCG levels.