OB-GYN (Obstetrician-Gynecologist) Questions Pregnancy

How soon can I take a pregnancy test?

I am a 28 year old female. I think I might be pregnant. How soon can I take a pregnancy test?

3 Answers

A couple of days after you miss a period.
Pregnancy tests are very accurate within 7-10 days.
The urine test picks up at an hcg (pregnancy hormones) level of 25-40. This is usually about the time you miss your cycle. You can get a blood test anytime.

Doug Young, MD