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How long does it take hcg to register on a urine test accurately? i waited 5 weeks and got a negative. reliable? i have always had irregular periods.

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Dr. Elizabeth Wallen answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Plenty of time: Has passed for your pregnancy test to become positive. You aren't producing HCG in any significant amount, therefore you aren't pregnant.

Dr Arnold agreed

Answered 8/23/2014

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