Patient's question:
My sister recently told me she might have an ectopic pregnancy and is preparing to accompany her for a blood test. Can an ectopic pregnancy be detected through a urine test?Doctor's answer:
Hello, this can be roughly inferred based on hCG levels. If hCG is low and cannot double normally every other day, the possibility of ectopic pregnancy should be considered. It is then recommended to have a fusion color Doppler ultrasound to check for abnormal masses, etc. Once a diagnosis is made, it is advisable to actively consider minimally invasive surgery, as prolonged health issues can have significant impacts. Therefore, it is important to carefully consider and evaluate the situation.