Beta-hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) is a hormone made by the body once pregnancy begins. It helps the body support the baby as it grows. A urine pregnancy test usually turns positive when beta-hCG levels reach around 20–25 mIU/mL, which generally happens about 10 days after conception. Why Doctors Check Beta-hCG Levels 1. To Confirm Pregnancy: Beta-hCG can be found in the blood about 7–10 days after conception. This helps confirm whether someone is pregnant. 2. To Check if the Pregnancy is H