How is a tubal pregnancy diagnosed?

Tubal pregnancy is typically diagnosed through a combination of the following methods:

• Blood investigations: Detecting human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) levels (a hormone produced during pregnancy) can help detect the presence of a pregnancy.
• Ultrasound: Transvaginal ultrasound is the primary diagnostic tool used to visualise the location of the pregnancy and determine if it is ectopic or within the uterus.
• Physical examination: A pelvic exam may reveal signs of a tubal pregnancy, such as tenderness or a mass in the fallopian tube.
• Medical history: Your doctor will collect information about the patient’s medical history, including any previous ectopic pregnancies or risk factors for tubal pregnancy.