What do beta numbers mean? - Infertility Message Board

chookschick · 09-09-2003, 02:40 AM

I go for my first beta test tomorrow. I've heard everyone talk about beta numbers. What level should I be looking for? I did hpt yesterday and it showed +++ so I'm excited but nervous about these numbers....

kramars · 09-09-2003, 06:14 AM

dear chookschick,

that is awesome congrats

ob/gyn's use beta hcg for a lot of reasons. they can use this method to see how far along you are and to make sure your numbers match your weeks. this is done by collecting a few samples the first one is your base line. and they will compare the next one to that number.

good luck with your test.

******baby dust to all*********

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Maria

karna68 · 09-10-2003, 01:21 PM

And don't be scared if it's a low number. The important thing is that the number doubles every 2 to 3 days. Good luck!