Quest Diagnostics Pregnancy Results. For a complete list of Quest Diagnostics tests please adjust the filter options chosen or refer to our Directory of Services. The hCG test is positive in the absence of other signs of pregnancy.
The woman has an hCG-producing tumor such as a gestational trophoblastic tumor or germ cell tumor. TSH Pregnancy - TSH levels are lower during pregnancy especially during the 1st trimester. Exercise stress and sleep also cause transient increases in prolactin levels.
HCG is a glycoprotein hormone produced by the syncytiotrophoblast of the placenta and secreted during normal pregnancy and with pathologic conditions such as hydatidiform mole choriocarcinoma and testicular.
For a complete list of Quest Diagnostics tests please adjust the filter options chosen or refer to our Directory of Services. TSH Pregnancy - TSH levels are lower during pregnancy especially during the 1st trimester. This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. The woman and her healthcare provider will discuss the results and decide if further invasive testing is needed.