Title: Understanding Pregnancy Tests | American Pregnancy Association
Headings: Pregnancy Tests – Urine and Blood
Pregnancy Tests – Urine and Blood
Types of Pregnancy Tests
Urine Tests
How soon can I take a urine test?
How accurate are urine tests?
Blood Tests
Frequently Asked Questions About Pregnancy Tests
If I get a positive result on a home pregnancy test, does that mean I am pregnant?
If I get a negative result on a home pregnancy test, does that mean I am not pregnant?
How soon can I take a home pregnancy test?
What if I take a couple of home pregnancy tests and get different answers?
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Content: How soon can I take a urine test? Most doctors recommend that you wait until the first day of your missed period before taking a urine pregnancy test. This is usually about two weeks after conception. However, some tests are more sensitive than others and can be taken earlier. How accurate are urine tests? Urine tests or home pregnancy tests are around 97% accurate when done correctly. Home pregnancy tests are great to use because they can be done at home, they are usually low in cost (anywhere from $7.99 to $19.99), private, they give a fast result, and are easy to use. However, if done incorrectly or taken too early, the result can be inaccurate. If you get a negative result and still have symptoms of pregnancy (missed period, nausea, breast tenderness, and fatigue ), wait a week and take another test or contact your doctor so you can have a blood test done. Blood Tests
There are two types of blood tests.