How soon can I get an accurate result?

Some pregnancy tests are more sensitive than others; most tests claim to be 99% accurate after the first day of a missed period, but some are more sensitive and can detect the pregnancy hormone before your period is even due. First Response early testing kits are the most sensitive; they can detect levels of HCG up to six days before your period is due but accuracy levels are only around 60-70% accurate at this time. Early testing may not be as accurate because the levels of HCG in the urine may be too low for the test to detect; if you get a negative result it is a good idea to repeat the test a few days later.

FAQ:

Pregnancy Testing FAQs

• Q1. How soon can I get an accurate result?
• Q2. What happens if the urine test is positive but the blood test is negative?
• Q3. Can blood tests be wrong?
• Q4. What are the common signs of pregnancy?
• Q5. How common are false positive results?
• Q6. When can I do a pregnancy test if I’ve had fertility treatment?
• Q7. How do home pregnancy tests work?
• Q8. Is a blood test more reliable than a home urine test?
• Q9. What does a faint line mean?
• Q10. Why is my period late if I’m not pregnant?

• Q11. Will using contraception alter the result of a fertility test?
• Q12. How do I do a home pregnancy test?
• Q13. How common are false negative results?
• Q14. How soon can I take a pregnancy test after a positive result from an ovulation test?
• Q15. Can I do a pregnancy test before my period is due?
• Q16. What should I do if my test is positive?
• Q17. Do drugs and medication affect pregnancy test results?
• Q18. What should I do if I have pregnancy symptoms but my test was negative?