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Can anything cause a false positive on a pregnancy test?
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Unlikely: Home pregnancy tests are very sensitive and can turn positive before missed period... Reccomend follow-up with md for verification...
Answered 3/20/2019
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Yes: Tumors that produce HCG will produce a false positive pregnancy test. Around menopause, pituitary may release enough HCG to give a weak positive test result. For more information, visit this site: https://www.pregnancylab.net/2011/10/four-reasons-for-positive-hcg-test-in-the-absence-of-pregnancy.html
Answered 4/2/2019
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