When to use pregnancy test kit after missed period?

Question

My period was due yesterday and I have a kit ready, but I am nervous to see negative. Should I test today with morning urine or wait 2-3 days? What gave you a clear result?

Usha Pandey · Answer

Best 2-3 days after missed period, morning urine. Earlier can be faint.

Ramya Tripathy · Answer

You can test the day your period is missed, but waiting 2-3 days after gives a clearer result. Use first morning urine, its most concentrated. If faint, retest after a couple days.

Karishma Sahu · Answer

A home kit works best a few days after the missed period, with early morning urine. Testing too soon can show false negative. If period is delayed but test is negative, recheck in a few days or see your gynac.

Mansi Mishra · Answer

I tested on day 1 of missed period and it was very faint, freaked me out. Tested again after 3 days and clear positive. Did this happen to anyone else? Just give it a few days for accuracy.

Leena Mehra · Answer

Wait like 2-3 days after your period was due and test with first morning pee, more reliable that way. Dont stress and test 10 times yaar, give it a little time then check calmly.