Patient's question:
I've been pregnant for two months, and recently I've been feeling unwell. I want to ask the doctor if the blood test can detect an ectopic pregnancy?Doctor's answer:
Hello, blood tests cannot accurately detect ectopic pregnancy. Urine tests can only confirm how you became pregnant. If you want to thoroughly check for ectopic pregnancy, you can have an ultrasound examination. In an ultrasound, ectopic pregnancy can be clearly identified by a noticeable reduction in the size of the uterus. Additionally, symptoms such as irregular vaginal bleeding and persistent abdominal pain may occur. Since ectopic pregnancy poses significant risks to women, it is recommended to promptly seek further examination and treatment at the hospital.