Title: Home pregnancy tests - BabyCenter India
Headings: Home pregnancy tests
Home pregnancy tests
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What is a home pregnancy test?
When should I test?
How do I use a home pregnancy test?
How long does it take to see the results?
Are home pregnancy tests accurate?
Where can I buy a pregnancy test?
How are home pregnancy tests different from ones performed by doctors?
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Content: However, testing this early may not give you an accurate result (see below). Depending on the test you're using, you can test at any time of day. When you decide to test, try not to drink too much beforehand, as it could dilute the levels of hCG in your urine. Some tests may recommend that you use the first urine of the day, particularly when testing early. Levels of hCG become more concentrated in your urine overnight. If you have irregular periods, it may be harder to calculate when your period is due. Allow for your longest cycle in recent months before testing. If you have recently stopped taking the pill, you may not know how long your natural cycle is, and may end up testing either too soon or too late. If your test is negative, you should test again in three days. How do I use a home pregnancy test?