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Took pregnancy test four days after my period was late and its negative. im irregular, im almost 2weks late now.. had that test been reliable?

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Dr. Herb Coussons answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Likely Reliable.: In most cases a pregnancy test will turn positive about 10 days after conception. If you got pregnant in the last 7 days the test may show negative still. Do not have intercourse or use protection and retest in one week.

Answered 8/3/2014

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A member asked:

Took pregnancy test four days after my period was late and its negative. im irregular, im almost 2weks late now.. had that test been reliable?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Herb Coussons answered

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