Panama City, FL
A 21-year-old female asked:
took a pregnancy test about 3 -3.5 weeks after sex.. came up negative. is this enough time for a accurate test?
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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience
Trust the test: Home pregnancy tests are very accurate. They are the same tests used in a doctors office. They can detect a pregnancy 7-10 days after conception. The best time to take one is when you miss your period. If you doubt the result you can repeat it in 1-2 days. If you were pregnant the hormone level would rise enough for detection.
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