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Does the age of a woman have any effect on the results of a home pregnancy test the woman in question is 46
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No. : No. A home pregnancy test detects bhcg - a hormone excreted in the urine of pregnant women regardless of age.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Peri-menopausal: Pituitary gland release HCG around menopause that may give an equivocal result on home tests. If you have any doubt, see your doctor for a blood test for HCG. Estrogen levels may also be needed.
Answered 3/15/2022
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