What is Beta HCG? - Beta HCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin) is a hormone produced during pregnancy. - It's made by the developing embryo after conception and later by the placental component syncytiotrophoblast. Purpose of Beta HCG Test - Confirm pregnancy - Monitor early pregnancy development - Detect ectopic pregnancy - Diagnose and monitor trophoblastic disease (e.g., choriocarcinoma) - Monitor fertility treatments