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I took a preg test, and got a very faint blue line in the positive circle. you have to look at it in the light to see it. what does this mean?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Repeat it: You will need to wait a day or two and then repeat the test first thing in the morning to determine if this is in fact a true positive test. If you are still unsure then see a doctor and they can run the test for you.

Answered 8/15/2015

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