A 30-year-old member asked:
how long before u can take a test and it come up positive after sex?
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Dr. David Sneid answered
41 years experience Endocrinology
If you mean : A home pregnancy test, it's usually best a week or 10 days after a missed period. Your doctor can do a blood test slightly sooner than that.
Answered on Jan 13, 2015
Dr. Heidi Fowler answered
25 years experience Psychiatry
EPT: Some early pregnancy tests may provide you with results as early as 6 days before period is due.
Answered on Sep 29, 2016
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About 10 -12 days : Over-the-counter pregnancy test should be positive within two weeks
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