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Is it possible i am pregnant if i get a negative result on a home pregnancy test?

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Dr. Kevin O'neil answered

Specializes in Urogynecology

Yes: If you are very early, generally less than 5 weeks, a home pregnancy test may not be positive. Waiting a few days and rechecking it, as long as you aren't experiencing pain or abnormal bleeding, is usually ok. Otherwise, you can go to your doctor to get a blood sample drawn to check a serum pregnancy test which is very accurate.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Yes: Home pregnancy test may be negative very early in pregnancy. If the urine is too dilute it may give a false negative test. Also not following the instructions for performing the test properly may give a false negative test. If you are free of symptoms, you may repeat the test in 4-5 days or see your doctor.

Answered 6/20/2013

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