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I took 3 hpt 3 came back negative. i had taken them days b4 i missed my menstrual cycle it is now 4 days late.do u suggest taking more since a no sho?

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Yes: Home pregnancy tests are best done 4-5 days after a missed period. Use first morning urine and follow the instructions in the kit carefully.

Answered 3/24/2014

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