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Beta-hCG unit converter

Human chorionic gonadotropin (pregnancy hormone)

Also known as: hCG, β-hCG, bhCG, Human chorionic gonadotropin, Human chorionic gonadotrophin, Choriogonadotropin

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Reference range

UnitAdultsMenWomen
IU/L = mIU/mL0 – 50 – 20 – 5

Source: MedlinePlus (NLM): HCG blood test - quantitative · Last reviewed: 2026-10-14

Note from the source: Below 5 mIU/mL (= IU/L) in non-pregnant women and below 2 mIU/mL in men; rises rapidly in pregnancy (MedlinePlus)

Frequently asked questions

What is the reference range of Beta-hCG?

For adults the range is 0 – 5 IU/L (MedlinePlus (NLM): HCG blood test - quantitative). Reference ranges differ between laboratories and partly by sex and age; use the range printed on your lab report.

Which units are used for Beta-hCG?

Common units are IU/L.

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