What's the earliest you can take a home pregnancy test?

When is the earliest you can take a pregnancy test and get a true answer? Do you have to wait until the first missed day or can you take it any sooner? Even if it is by two to three days before?

Home pregnancy tests measure human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG). This hormone is secreted by the trophoblastic cells of the placenta into the mother's blood and is then excreted into the urine. HCG levels increase over time and can be detected 8-10 days after ovulation. So, yes, pregnancy can be detected several days before you miss your period and long before many other signs of pregnancy occur.

Home pregnancy tests are very reliable when the directions are followed exactly. Sometimes a test is done a little too early and a negative result is obtained, even though the woman is pregnant. For this reason, it's a good idea to repeat the test if your period has not started within a week. Good luck with your test: I hope it gives you the answer you are looking for.

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