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Pregnancy Tests
Ask questions here about how to take pregnancy tests properly, when to take them, how to determine unclear results and more.
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How can you tell if your pregnat with out a test?
You can not know for certain if you are pregnant without getting tested. Many women just know they are from experience or just because but either way you are your baby if you are pregnant need medical care for your health and safety. So go to your local clinic and they will tell you difinatley and make sure you two are healthy
The first test may not have had a large enough or strong enough sample. Since you did the separate brand, and it came back negative, you should not be pregnant. But, if you have had unprotected sex less than three weeks ago, a pregnancy may not be producting enough HCG hormone yet to give you a positive on a test.
Does a pregnancy test read negative when you have a ectopic pregnancy?
an ectopic pregnancy has the same symptoms and signs as a regular pregnancy and you still develop the hormones you would with a normal pregnancy. The human chorionic gonadotropin levels are what cause the pregnancy test to read positive. All pregnancies have hcg levels that should be doubling every other day in early gestation.. an ectopic pregnancy may test negative if taken too early, or too late because the body will eventually,(around 6-11 weeks) begin to try to expel the pregnancy when hormone levels begin to drop when the fetus is no longer viable and must be removed
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What medication can cause you to have a negative pregnancy test when it is actually positive?
Lack of hCG, the hormone that is detected in pregnancy tests. If you test too soon after ovulation the test will be negative, waiting a week or two will allow enough time for the hormone to be present.
Could you be pregnant if you've had two missed periods but pregnancy tests are negative?
I started the pill this summer and had very light periods the first 2-3 months and was not sexually active, so I'm pretty sure it's just the pill. I think, however, it depend some on what kind of pill you are taking. (There are only 2 days a month that I have absolutely no hormones from the pill.) !
Does one line on a pregnancy test mean you are pregnant?
Pregnant
You are pregnant if a pink/purple line appears in the large oval test window (T). Not pregnant
You are not pregnant if no pink/purple line appears in the large oval test window.
Can you have a paternity test while pregnant?
A DNA paternity test can be performed accurately before a child is born through amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling. These methods are explained below. With either method, you will also need DNA samples from the person(s) you think are the father (involving a swab from the mouth).
Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS):
Chorionic Villus Sampling is usually performed at very early stages of pregnancy, generally around the 8th to 13th week of pregnancy. During the CVS procedure, a catheter is inserted through the cervix and a small sample is taken from the outside of the gestational sack by gentle suction. This sampling procedure allows the obstetrician to obtain a small amount of fetal chorionic villi (trophoblastic tissue) which is used for the paternity test. Paternity tests conducted using CVS samples are just as accurate as tests which are performed after the child is born.
Amniocentesis:
Amniocentesis is generally performed at later stages of pregnancy. During an amniocentesis procedure, a small amount of amniotic fluid (10ml) is withdrawn transabdominally by your obstetrician. Amniotic fluid is also an excellent sample for paternity testing; paternity tests which are performed using amniotic fluid are just as accurate as tests conducted after the child is born.
Non Invasive Paternity Testing:
While amniocentesis and CVS carries certain risks, such as leakage of amniotic fluid which can endanger the baby's life, there is a risk free method for conducting a paternity test. Fetal DNA finds its way into the maternal blood stream through the wall of the placenta. The medical blood draw entailed in a non invasive test is essentially risk free.
You may also have blood cord samples taken when a child is born and this procedure is also totally safe.
When will a positive pregnancy test show?
Over the counter pregnancy test will have the information you need. Each brand have specific info and if you not sure with your results, have a second test for assurance. Some of the newest ones can show positive 3 days before a missed period, so 11 days after ovulation.
How pregnant do you have to be to get a positive test?
To get closest to the right answer, wait over a month. If you have a lot of money to throw away, you can just keep taking the tests or buy a massive expensive one that supposably can tell you after 28 hours. Just read what is written on the package.
Could hyperthyroidism cause a false negative on a pregnancy test?
No. There is almost nothing that can cause a false positive pregnancy test, and all of the causes require an urgent visit to a health care provider.
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Malfunctioning thyroids can't; they don't produce the correct hormones to trigger a pregnancy test. But to swear nothing can cause a false positive is irresponsible and false in it's own right. I've been the victim of a false positive test. Always be sure to test in the morning when urine is more concentrated. It's also best to avoid drinking a ton of water before testing, or after to try and test again. This can mess with the test and give false results.
1. False positive pregnancy test due to improper testing...
Improper testing can lead to false positive results. Always follow the directions! Instructions will specify when test results are no longer valid. You should time and record the time you perform the test, and read results at the instructed time. Guessing can lead to false results. "Double checking" your results often leads to false positives. Fishing your test out of the garbage after too much time has passed can change the initial results.
2. Evaporation line on a pregnancy test...
With some tests you can see where the testing line is. When urine runs across the test strip it can briefly change the color. Some tests allow you to see what can best be described as a watermark; kind of like what you see on US paper currency. If there is no color or you have to really mess with it in the light to see a line; it could be an evaporation line. Try retesting in a few days or using a digital test is recommended.
3. False positive pregnancy tests can be caused by certain medications...
Sometimes urine can be contaminated with blood or large amounts of protein, which can lead to false positive results.
4. Certain medical conditions can lead to false positive test results...
If you receive a positive result from a home pregnancy test it is important to see your doctor. It's is not common, rare medical conditions can cause false positive results on home pregnancy tests. Certain cancers, can cause higher levels of hCG levels.
5. Defective pregnancy tests...
Expired or faulty tests can also lead to false positive results. Remember, an occasional defective test may come out of a batch.
If you're unsure about the results of your home pregnancy test, ALWAYS consult your doctor.
Why did you miss your period for two months?
Missing your period can be caused by many things. One easy one to either accept or rule out is that of pregnancy. If you know you aren't pregnant, many other factors can cause a girl to skip her period for a month or two. Some common ones are stress, weight gain, or sudden weight loss. Genetics can also sometimes play a role, but your periods can also be irregular within the first fews years or so of getting it. Certain medications can also change cycles of some girls, too.
What are normal hemoglobin levels at 25 weeks of pregnancy?
Hemoglobin levels are measured in blood tests routinely given to pregnant women during prenatal visits. Average levels for early in pregnancy should be around 13.3 grams per deciliter. Safest levels between 11g and 12g, but you should really talk to your doctor if you are worried. Even call them in the morning if it bothers you too much, they don't mind.
How long does it take for hcg hormones to show up in blood work?
HCG is produced when the fertilized egg implants onto the uterus wall. That happens after the egg is fertilzed.
You had three home pregnancy test and they came out positive are you pregnant?
yes if you have done the test correctly and havent read it over the time recommended you are.
AnswerOf course your pregnant. you should be happy. it seems liek your in denial. ;(You have done 4 positive pregnanct tests and one negative are you pregnant?
There is a chance they could be, but i doult that four of them all saying you are pregnant would be wrong. If you dont trust the pregnancy tests then go to your doctor and ask for a blood test to confirm if you are pregnant or not. Hope i helped
yes most store bought test are aprox 99% accurate as close as 2 days after conception Implantation has to occur before HcG (the hormone measured in a pregnancy test) is produced. Implantation occurs 6-10 days after ovulation so it is pointless and a waste of money taking the test before this. see http://www.fertilityplus.org/faq/hpt.html#faq Thank you very much. I am planning to wait for few days as my dh also recommend me to do that but you all know how excited a woman can be when she really want to be pregnant so it is hard for me right now to pass this few days also but i really hope that i am pregnant please pray for me !!!!!!!!
How much water would dilute the urine to wrong the result of pregnancy test?
not much... just drink alot you should see me i drink like 8 cups of milk per meal(lol im not kiding) and milk is 70% water, so im fine lol it doesnt even have to be water just make sure it has water as an ingrediant.
What do drs test for in a urine test?
Pain doctors usually are checking for the medication they have prescribed you to be sure that you have it in your system and at correct amounts. They can although check for other drugs as well if they so desire to do this.
What levels of HCG can home pregnancy tests detect?
All pregnancy tests are designed a little differently and a positive result may come from a high or low level of HCG, it really depends on the manufacturer of the test. When they make the test, they determine what amounts of that hormone need to be detected to produce a positive result. Check the manufacturer's instructions.
How far along before a at home pregnancy tests shows positive?
you can take the test 5 days before your period is due and if it is positive then you need to see your doctor to determine how far along you are. but they go by the 1st day of your last period so make sure you know when your last cycle started
How will I know if i am pregnant without a test?
If you stop getting your period for 2 - 3 months and your belly starts growing, you can be almost sure you're pregnant without taking a pregnancy test. Menstrual periods will cease, you gain weight, maybe feel nauseous, or just buy a pregnancy kit and find out for sure!
The first sign is a missed period. You can take a home pregnancy test or a blood test (which will be more accurate).
If two different brands of home pregnancy tests say positive then am I pregnant?
Yes most likely you are Congratulations just to be sure make an appointment with your doctor as soon as possible they will perform a blood test that is a lot more accurate than the home tests and they will also give you your prenatal vitamins and begin your prenatal care so that you can enjoy your pregnancy and your baby will grow healthy....GOOD LUCK and GOD BLESS!!!!!!!!!!!
Who provides paternity testing while pregnant?
If the case has been filed with the Office of the Attorney General, this agency will pay for the tests. If the tests show that the man is the biological father of the child, the court may order him to repay the cost of the tests. Costs will vary depending on which types of procedures are performed and where the test is done. Prices can range from $400.00 to $2,000.00.
When you have your period it is 99% that you are not pregnant. If you are pregnant there is HCG in your system therefore even with a light period you can take the test and it would come up positive despite the bleeding. Vaginal bleeding during pregnancy will not affect the outcome of a pregnancy test. A pregnancy test will only look for HCG in your urine & will only turn positive when HCG has been found in your urine. Vaginal bleeding will not affect the result at all hun. However you should not be experiencing vaginal bleeding during early pregnancy. Light bleeding is common during the implantation bleeding process but not every pregnant woman will experience this. Brown spotting can also occur during pregnancy. A pregnancy test will only be negative when you're not pregnant or when you performed the test too early. A pregnancy test can usually performed 2-3 weeks after intercourse & the result will be accurate. However it is advisable you see your Doctor for a pregnancy blood test or if you suspect you're miscarrying, go straight to A&E for a thorough examination.
If you are late on starting your period how long do you have to wait to take a pregnancy test?
Most say at least a week to get the right answer. You could take one as early as your first missed day and it may be negative but you still could be pregnant. So I would wait at least 3 days. You can ask your doctor to do a blood test and the hcg levels will show sooner on that. Good luck
