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I was reading a study on genistein and its effects on hcg production. is it possible it can cause a 'false negative' pregnancy test result?

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Usually not: If you have a good quality urine HCG test, it should not give a false negative reading . If you have any questions, see a provider to be sure.

Answered 6/10/2014

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