Patient's question:
I haven't had my period for almost three months. The last time I had sex with my husband, it was during the risky period. Before that, I didn't pay much attention because my cycle has always been irregular. Recently, when chatting with friends, I mentioned whether I might be pregnant, and that's when I bought a pregnancy test kit to check.What kind of help do I need: When is the best time to use a pregnancy test kit for accurate results?
Doctor's answer:
If your menstrual cycle is regular, ovulation occurs about 14 days before your period, which is considered risky and increases the chances of pregnancy.Irregular menstruation: This is the earliest and most important symptom of pregnancy. If you usually have a regular menstrual cycle but suddenly miss your period and haven't had it for more than 10 days, you should consider pregnancy.
It's okay to test at night—it won't matter. As long as you're pregnant, the test will still show positive even if you take it at night. It's recommended to have an ultrasound at the hospital after 6 weeks of pregnancy.
A pregnancy test kit detects HCG (human chorionic gonadotropin), a hormone secreted by pregnant women. It's best to use your first morning urine for testing, as hormone levels are highest at this time. If not possible, ensure your urine has been in the bladder for at least four hours before testing.
It's advised not to drink excessive water just to increase urine volume, as this can dilute hormone levels.