Beta-HCG - urine; Human chorionic gonadotropin - urine
There are essentially no risks (except for "false positive" or "false negative" results).
Drugs that can decrease HCG measurements include diuretics and promethazine.
Drugs that can increase HCG measurements include anticonvulsants, anti-parkinsonian drugs, phenothiazine, and promethazine.
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