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We are trying for a baby. my menses came 6 days late and 2-3 days short as normal days are 7. i tested once on 1st miss period resulted (n). pregnent?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Not if negative : 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. 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.

Answered 12/10/2013

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A member asked:

We are trying for a baby. my menses came 6 days late and 2-3 days short as normal days are 7. i tested once on 1st miss period resulted (n). pregnent?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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