When pregnancy test should be done after missed period?

Question

My period is late by 3 days and im itching to test already. But i dont want a wrong result na. How many days should i wait after missing for it to show correctly?

Devi Lohia · Answer

Testing just 2 days after my missed period gave me a super faint line. Did anyone else face this? I'm so anxious if it's actually positive or not.

Shreya Khanna · Answer

Wait for about a week after your missed period. Your body needs time to build up enough hCG hormone for the test to detect it.

Chhaya Sheth · Answer

I tested a week after my missed period and got a positive. If you get a positive, please get your thyroid checked immediately along with your first gynac visit.

Rashmi Pandya · Answer

Using your first morning urine around 6-7 days after your missed period is the most reliable way.

Komal Sahu · Answer

Don't rush to test the very next day. Wait for at least 5 to 7 days after your missed period to get a clear, accurate line.

Tamanna Kunder · Answer

Technically, testing 5 days after your missed period is ideal because hCG hormone levels double every 48 hours. Use the first morning urine for best results.

Ankitha Pandya · Answer

My nausea started early, so I tested about 4 days after my missed period. The double lines came up instantly!