What does it mean when one pregnancy test is positive and the other is negative?
The hook effect happens when you have too much hCG in your blood or urine. How is this possible? Well, the high levels of hCG overwhelm the pregnancy test and it doesn’t bond with them correctly or at all. Rather than two lines saying positive, you get one line that incorrectly says negative.
Can you get a positive pregnancy test then a negative and still be pregnant?
In reality, it’s not that simple. Lots of women “know” that they’re pregnant before they have a positive test result. They experience early symptoms, or they just have a feeling. It’s frustrating, but it’s very common to have a negative pregnancy test but be pregnant.
Can you have no hCG and be pregnant?
An early pregnancy test might pick up very low amounts of hCG. However, it’s possible that you don’t have enough circulating hCG to get a positive result even on a sensitive test. Another common reason for getting a false negative is not having enough hCG in the urine you test.
When should I go to doctor after positive pregnancy test?
Even if a home pregnancy test confirms you’re pregnant, you still need to make an appointment with an Ob/Gyn. The American Pregnancy Association recommends you make an appointment with your doctor for your first prenatal visit within eight weeks of your last menstrual period (LMP).
Is second morning urine OK for pregnancy test?
Pregnancy Tests Coffee’s going to have to wait a second! Levels of hCG will be strongest with first morning urine — more concentrated urine guarantees a more accurate test. Your test will still be valid if it’s the afternoon or you’ve already had water, but first morning urine will result in a stronger results line.
How early can a doctor detect pregnancy with urine?
The hormone can be detected by a pregnancy blood test about six to eight days after conception and by a urine test after ten days.
How do you call your doctor when pregnant?
An obstetrician is a doctor who specializes in pregnancy, childbirth, and a woman’s reproductive system. Although other doctors can deliver babies, many women see an obstetrician, also called an OB/GYN.