Prog is 13.7 at around 5 weeks...is that low?

Hi!
I am around 5 weeks pregnant, and my hcg numbers are good..1st one was 169 and the 2nd wasa 414. but with the first my progesterone was 13.6. My dr. doesn't seem concerned. But I am due to a blighted ovum that I had in Jan. when my HCG was 13,000 but my prog. was 12.7...so, my question is..what are your thoughts with my current prog. number? Should I be worried that the preg. won't be viable?
He didn't suggest prog. supplements..
Thanks so much!

[adgal]

You know, my Dr. never really checked progesterone.  Due to several losses, he did put me on progesterone supplements as a precautionary measure, so I guess it wasn't necessary to check them?  Here is what I can tell you...your HCG levels are rising perfectly.  Also, having had a blighted ovum does not increase your chances of having a second.  Low progesterone is not typically the reason for a loss or blighted ovum.  They are fairly common unfortunately, and are usually due to something just not forming correctly at the time of conception. I have been there, so I know it's incredibly hard not to worry, so I won't even tell you not to do that.  Your going to.   I also believe your progesterone levels are fine, however when in doubt discuss it with your OB.  No such thing as a silly question, and there is nothing wrong with being your own advocate.  I wish you well and congrats on your pregnancy!!

[abug08]

Thank you so much. The normal levels for prog. are 9-47 at the lab. So, I know that I am on the low end. When I had the blighted ovum, I originally called my RE, and he said that at that pt. in my preg. it was just going to be what it is..I was like 7 weeks. So, I may give him a call..I appreciate you saying be my own advocate. I think that is the push I needed to call him. I don't want to overstep my OB, b/c this was a natural preg. as was the one in Jan. with the blighted ovum. I have 2 little girls from my RE.
Well, not "from my RE", but you know what I mean. LOL!
Thanks so much!