What happens at a pregnancy test appointment?
Your visit begins with a private conversation about the first day of your last period and when you took, or plan to take, a test. One of our medical professionals will guide you through the process and answer your questions.
The urine test checks for human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG). If the result is positive, you can talk through possible next steps. A positive pregnancy test does not show where the pregnancy is located, how far along it is, or whether it is developing as expected.
When should I take a pregnancy test?
Testing after a missed period usually gives a clearer result than testing very early. A negative result can be wrong when the test is taken too soon. Follow the test directions, and repeat the test after several days or about a week if your period does not begin.
If two home tests are negative and you still think you may be pregnant, contact a licensed medical professional.
After a positive result
Depending on your dates and health history, you may be eligible for a limited obstetrical ultrasound. The Care Net team can also provide information about parenting, adoption, and abortion so you can consider your options without pressure.
Care Net does not perform or refer for abortions.
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Where this information comes from
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- Pregnancy testsU.S. Food and Drug Administration · Independent source
- Pregnancy testMedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine · Independent source
- Pregnancy tests: Office on Women's HealthOffice on Women's Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services · Independent source
- Ultrasound examsAmerican College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists · Independent source
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