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Can abnormal ovaries cause a false pregnancy test?

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Usually not: By abnormal ovaries, i'm guessing you mean enlarged or cystic ovaries. In general, cystic ovaries don't cause false positive pregnancy tests.

Answered 5/27/2014

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