Can You Be Pregnant and Still Have a Negative Pregnancy Test?

Learn why it's possible to have a negative pregnancy test result even when pregnant. Get tips for accurate testing.

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Yes, you can be pregnant and still have a negative pregnancy test. This can happen if you take the test too early, when the levels of the pregnancy hormone (hCG) are still too low to be detected. For accurate results, it’s best to take the test a week after your missed period or consult a healthcare provider for a more definitive test.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What causes a negative pregnancy test even if I am pregnant? A negative test can occur if you take it too early when hCG levels are still low.
  2. How many days after a missed period should I take a pregnancy test? It's best to wait at least one week after your missed period for accurate results.
  3. What is hCG? hCG, or human chorionic gonadotropin, is a hormone produced during pregnancy that pregnancy tests detect.

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