Home pregnancy tests are most accurate when you take them after your period is late following unprotected—or condomless—sex. You will get your most accurate test results when you take a test 10-14 ...

For many people, a missed period is the first signal that they're pregnant. However, this often isn't the first sign of pregnancy your body gives you. From hormonal changes to swollen breasts or ...

Deciding when to take a pregnancy test can be a little anxiety-inducing. You might feel especially stressed or confused if it's your first time testing. Don't worry: Once you get the hang of it, the ...

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Pregnancy tests work by identifying hCG, the pregnancy hormone. After fertilization, the embryo implants in the uterine lining, and the body begins producing hCG. This hormone is present in the urine ...

Evaporation lines on pregnancy tests are faint and colorless, appearing when the urine dries. Reading a pregnancy test within the recommended timeframe can prevent misinterpreting evaporation lines as ...

If you’ve missed your period, your first thought may be that you’re pregnant. But pregnancy isn’t the only cause of a missed period. If you’ve confirmed that you’re not pregnant, it can be helpful to ...