There are several things that can contribute to a negative pregnancy test even if you are pregnant. Some medications can give you a false negative, the timing of the test can affect the results. If you did not follow directions properly; if you let the test sit for too long the results may read negative after a while. It is important to read the results within the amount of time given on the instructions of that particular pregnancy test you bought. If you did not perform the test properly (example: you drank a lot of fluids before taking the test, which can dilute your urine). Etc
To ensure the best results for a home pregnancy test:
· Take the test in the morning, if possible, because your hCG (pregnancy hormone) levels are at it's highest
· Don't drink a bunch of fluids before taking the test because it will dilute your urine and can affect the results
· Take the test no more than 1 day before expected period. OR 14 days after intercourse (sex). Although some test say that you can see results up to 5 days before your missed period, the percentage of accuracy is very low.
· urinate for as long as possible on the foam-like strip
· Check the results in the window frame of time suggested by the instructions of the pregnancy test.
yes you could that's what happened to me i was having symptoms and took at blood test and pregnancy test and it all showed up negative but i just knew i was pregnant i mean lets face it you can tell by the belly if you are and a few months later my tummy got big and i went to the doctor and he did a test and it still said negative but the ultrasound showed different
Even if a pregnancy test showed up negative, cramps and acne that randomly occur with a missed period could signal pregnancy. Wait a few days and then test again.
If the test showed a clear positive, it is very likely you are indeed pregnant, you should see a qualified medical practitioner for confirmation and advice.
5 days before your period is way too early to take a rest, even the most sensitive tests only work 3 days before. If you have missed a period you may still be pregnant. Not everyone has all the symptoms.
your not pregnant
If you have an old pregnancy test over time it may change that's all. It doesnt mean that you are pregnant.
this same thing happened to me... this morning i had a negative preg. test - but yesterday i had a positive... not sure- but feel pregnant- i have an 8 mo. old- and i feel like i did when i was preg. with him...
Maybe, try another test to be sure.
im in the same boat, did 7 preganancy test all negative, doctor did one yesterday negative but my period is one week late feel moody,bloated,cramps and sensitive breasts, so orried cannot be preg rite now. with my son i showed up few days after my missed period. hope it side effects of the pill
It can mean an early miscarriage. Those things happen eventually, and quite alot.
This has happened to me twice. During my last pregnancy I WAS pregnant, this time round, my period arrived 3 days after the tests showed up the two strips. So I don't really understand it. Hope it all worked out for you. xx
I took a home pregnancy test and the control line didn't show up but the positive line did so could i be pregnant? I haven' had a period since June 25,2009.