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Which is better home pregnancy test or blood work , i did a home pregnancy it came out positive went to the hospital it was negative am im to early?

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Blood test is: more sensitive and more accurate. It provides actual HCG level rather than just positive or negative. If you have doubts, you may redo the home test in 4-5 days. Use first morning urine and follow the instructions for the test carefully.

Answered 3/25/2022

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A member asked:

Which is better home pregnancy test or blood work , i did a home pregnancy it came out positive went to the hospital it was negative am im to early?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

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