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A member asked:

Is it ever too late to take a pregnancy test? had sex in july took the test in september

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Dr. Joseph Mathews answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Endocrinology

No: Pregnancy tests measure HCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) which is produced from the placenta. It typically peaks at 8-11 weeks gestation, but remains elevated during the entire pregnancy.

Dr Jacobson and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/2/2020

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It's never TOO late: But by now you should be able to discern whether you are pregnant or not. The hpt will still be accurate even this long after possible conception.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/15/2023

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