Title: Home pregnancy tests - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

Description: A home pregnancy test detects the presence of the pregnancy hormone, human chorionic gonadotrophin (hCG), in your urine. Your body starts to produce hCG when a fertilized egg implants in your uterus (womb). HCG is secreted by the cells which will go on to form your baby's placenta. It can be detected in your urine from about six to 14 days after fertilization. In the first few days after implantation your levels of hCG rise quickly. Most home pregnancy tests are sensitive enough to detect hCG in your urine on the first day your period is due. – PowerPoint PPT presentation