Is it possible to confirm pregnancy if menstruation is delayed by 7 days?

Patient's question:

Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose: Dear doctor,
I had sexual activity last month, and my period is delayed by 7 days now. Can I determine if I am pregnant? If I am pregnant, what methods are suitable for termination?
Thank you, doctor!
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Other: First follow-up question: Doctor, if I use a pregnancy test strip, when should I do it?

Doctor's answer:

Environment, mood, nervousness, high pressure, pay attention to fatigue, poor rest or mental tension and anxiety, certain medications or diseases, etc., can all cause menstrual disorders. Menstruation arriving one week early or one week late is a normal phenomenon. If menstruation does not arrive for more than 10 days or longer, it is recommended to use early pregnancy test paper or check blood HCG for confirmation. Once pregnancy is ruled out, it should be considered menstrual irregularity, and an endocrine examination is needed to identify the underlying cause.

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