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When should i take a pregnancy test if i came on my period december 26 and came back down january 9 but i suspose to start my period january 26?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

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Pregnancy testing: Testing before a missed period would be a waste of money and invalid. You must wait till your next period is delayed or missed.

Answered 1/18/2014

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A member asked:

When should i take a pregnancy test if i came on my period december 26 and came back down january 9 but i suspose to start my period january 26?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Killian answered

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