How soon can I take a pregnancy test?

Most tests will give you a 99% accuracy rate the first day you missed your period. Some tests can detect earlier however the accuracy rate does drop. The earlier you take the test the more unreliable it may be. The most accurate period will be after your period is due.

Two different types of pregnancy test - a blood test or urine test

There are two different types of test, a blood test and urine test. All the pregnancy test kit are urine tests. These tests measure for levels of HCG. This is a hormone that the body produces when pregnant.

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