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I am 2 days past my estimated start date, when should i take a pregnancy test? also on the pill, what's the possibility of me being pregnant too?

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Dr. Parul Krishnamurthy answered

Specializes in Obstetrics & Gynecology

See below: If pregnant, pregnancy test is usually positive in one week after a missed period. If taken consistently, the contraceptive pill is 98-99% effective in preventing pregnancyt

Answered 11/13/2016

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A member asked:

I am 2 days past my estimated start date, when should i take a pregnancy test? also on the pill, what's the possibility of me being pregnant too?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Parul Krishnamurthy answered

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