Overview
What is BETA HCG (Male) Test?
Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG) is a hormone made up of alpha and beta sunbit, that is produced by the placenta and normally is measured only during pregnancy. However, both males and non-pregnant females produce low levels of hCG throughout their lives as well. In healthy adult males, the normal level of hCG is quite low. The abnormal increase in the hCG hormone indicates an underlying pathology.
Some abnormal tissues, tumors, and cancers may also produce hCG, making the hCG test useful as a tumor marker.
What does a beta HCG (male) lab test measure?
A beta HCG (male) lab test measures the amount of human chorionic gonadotropin in the blood of a male. Beta HCG is a tumor marker. Tumor markers are substances that are produced by either cancerous or non-cancerous in response to cancer.
Are there any risks associated with this test?
There are no known risks associated with this test.
How should I prepare for this test?
This test does not require any special preparation.
Does smoking affect beta HCG level?
Smoking marijuana results in elevated HCG levels.
What are the contraindications of this test?
People suffering from blood disorders or cellulitis (bacterial skin disease) should stay cautious and consult their doctor before getting this test done.
What other types of cancers raise beta HCG level?
Lung, breast, ovarian, and uterus cancer raise beta HCG level.
INTERPRETATION OF THE RESULT
This test is used as a tumor marker, an elevated hCG level which shows an abnormality
Normal level of beta HCG in males is less than 2 mIU/mL.
