A member asked:

Why does a pregnancy tester show positive after having a laparotomy surgery?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Pregnancy test: If a pregnancy test is positive then it likely indicates that you are pregnant. Surgery would not cause a false positive pregnancy test. If you are uncertain about the home test result then see your doctor for repeat testing

Answered 7/24/2018

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