Receiving a negative pregnancy test can bring a range of emotions. You might feel relief, disappointment, or sadness if you thought you were pregnant.
If your period still hasn’t arrived after taking a pregnancy test or you are experiencing early pregnancy symptoms, repeat testing is recommended, especially if you may have taken the test too early or not followed the instructions correctly.
If you don’t feel confident taking another at-home pregnancy test and want clearer results, Lakes Life Care Center provides free lab-quality pregnancy tests for added peace of mind. Following a positive pregnancy test, we confirm your pregnancy with an ultrasound.
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Why Your First Pregnancy Test Might Be Negative
Before you take a second pregnancy test, it’s a good idea to consider why you may have experienced a false negative to begin with.
Understanding how pregnancy tests work and why false negatives happen can help you get more accurate results.
Some reasons include:
- Testing too early before the pregnancy hormone (hCG) is high enough
- Checking the result outside the time window
- Using an expired test
- Diluted urine or not using first-morning urine
The most accurate time to take a pregnancy test is one to two days after your missed period. If you have irregular periods and don’t know when your period is due, then you can count 36 days from the start of your last period or four weeks since you had sex.
When To Take a Second Pregnancy Test
You should take a second pregnancy test one week after your last test if your period still hasn’t arrived. You should also repeat the test if you think you have taken a test too early, or if you are experiencing early pregnancy symptoms, such as nausea, swollen breasts, or frequent trips to the bathroom.
If you continue to get a negative result after taking your second pregnancy test, then your cycle may be affected by lifestyle factors such as stress, changes in weight, exercise, or illness. Speaking with a healthcare provider about your irregular periods should be the next step.
Get Free Lab-Quality Pregnancy Testing At Lakes Life Care Center
Lakes Life Care Center can provide you with free lab-quality pregnancy testing and an ultrasound following a positive result for certainty.
If you are facing an unexpected pregnancy, then we will also give you the facts concerning your options: parenting, adoption, and abortion so that you can make an informed decision.
You don’t have to figure this out alone.
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