Raised beta-HCG levels are seen in
A. DMB. Preeclampsia
C. Ectopic pregnancy
D. Rh. incompatibility
E. Down synd.
Ans. (E) Downs synd :
• High levels of beta HCG seen is
— Multiple pregnancy.
— Hydatidiform mole or
— Choriocarcinoma and relatively high in pregnancy with down’s syndrome.
• In ectopic pregnancy —* lower concentration of βhCG as compared to that of uterine pregnancy.
