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Gf did a hpt and at time to read results there was a v faint line and 1 min later it disappeared. test worked but is that neg or pos?

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Dr. Stephen Pappachen answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Positive: Many of these tests are super sensitive. So, I would err on the side of caution and say that any indication--regardless of the transiency--should be taken as a positive until proven otherwise.

Answered 2/17/2015

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A member asked:

Gf did a hpt and at time to read results there was a v faint line and 1 min later it disappeared. test worked but is that neg or pos?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stephen Pappachen answered

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