How can I be sure the home pregnancy test is accurate ?
Many pregnancy tests claim to be 99% accurate if conducted on the day of the missed period – research, however, indicates that most home pregnancy tests are not consistent at this early stage – generally the tests are accurate if taken (adhering to manufacturers instructions) one week after a missed period. If you do have a positive pregnancy test then you need to follow-up with a visit a doctor – the doctor can perform a blood test that also tests for levels of HCG, only more accurately.