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Will having worms affect the result of a pregnancy test whether it's negative or positive?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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No, having worms: Will not impact your HCG level. Testing should be fine.

Dr Pappas agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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A member asked:

Will having worms affect the result of a pregnancy test whether it's negative or positive?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Pappas agreed

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