A urine test is performed to detect the presence of the hormone human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in a woman's urine. hCG is produced after a fertilized egg attaches to the uterus, typically detected within 10 to 14 days of conception.
Women's Care Center in Chicago/LaGrange, Illinois provides free, confidential counseling, support and education for pregnant women. Free pregnancy testing and ultrasounds help determine viability and dates.