Pregnancy Test Question for ladies obviously lol

mleoni092708

YAY! That's what happened with mine. I could hardly believe it. Try again tomorrow and the line will be darker. CONGRATS!!

Oops, didn't read all the posts. Don't give up hope yet. I'm sorry I know this is super nerve wracking.

Yanicka1

I have been preggo 9 times....I know a thing or 2 about pregnancy tests and 3 false positive is pretty much impossible. wait a few days the test once more. First responses are very sensitives, those test detected my HCG at 20. Maybe you ovulated later then what you think, maybe you got preggo but then got a very early miscarriage.

Good luck

ladybug1620

Request a blood test from your doctor. A lot of the home tests on the market are more sensitive than those at the doctor's offices. 3 positive tests means you're pregnant. False positives are EXTREMELY rare. False negatives, on the other hand, are quite common because different tests detect different levels of hcg. Your doctor's test was wrong, I'm sure of it. Keep us updated

EDIT: And I just saw that you bought a First Response, which are made to detect even lower amounts of hcg. Most dr office tests aren't "early result" rests so your hcg has to be much higher to register positive!

chicagocubsfan23

Request a blood test from your doctor. A lot of the home tests on the market are more sensitive than those at the doctor's offices. 3 positive tests means you're pregnant. False positives are EXTREMELY rare. False negatives, on the other hand, are quite common because different tests detect different levels of hcg. Your doctor's test was wrong, I'm sure of it. Keep us updated

EDIT: And I just saw that you bought a First Response, which are made to detect even lower amounts of hcg. Most dr office tests aren't "early result" rests so your hcg has to be much higher to register positive!

I'm hoping this is what happened. I read a review for the First Response tests that the same thing happened to a girl, then a few weeks later she went back to the doctor and their test showed up positive. I'll probably test again in a few weeks just to see. I'm pretty bummed so I think I'm gonna treat myself to some Panera Bread tonight lol

DeAntrice

Yes that's how I found out I was pregnant early in the morning, the doctor said your first urine sample is the best

MPwife10

With both my girls the 2nd line was super faint. I now have to crazy little toddlers lol.

godblessourhome

A line is not a line I found out at the doctor's today. Their test came back negative. I won't be buying First Response pregnancy tests again that's for sure. I'm pretty bummed :frown:

That stinks. :-( I'm sorry, I know it's frustrating when you're trying.

I'm actually a big fan of the Dollar Tree pregnancy tests. They are only $1 so you don't feel bad taking one like every day from the day you're late. And they are just as accurate (actually more accurate in some cases) as the more expensive brands. The Dollar Tree also carries $1 ovulation tests which can be helpful in trying.

i love the dollar tree pregnancy tests!

so sorry that the doctor's test came back negative. i hope you just ovulated late and will get a true positive soon.

MrsSpratt

Request a blood test from your doctor. A lot of the home tests on the market are more sensitive than those at the doctor's offices. 3 positive tests means you're pregnant. False positives are EXTREMELY rare. False negatives, on the other hand, are quite common because different tests detect different levels of hcg. Your doctor's test was wrong, I'm sure of it. Keep us updated

EDIT: And I just saw that you bought a First Response, which are made to detect even lower amounts of hcg. Most dr office tests aren't "early result" rests so your hcg has to be much higher to register positive!

I'm hoping this is what happened. I read a review for the First Response tests that the same thing happened to a girl, then a few weeks later she went back to the doctor and their test showed up positive. I'll probably test again in a few weeks just to see. I'm pretty bummed so I think I'm gonna treat myself to some Panera Bread tonight lol

How did you get in to the doctor so fast? Most will just tell you to trust the test and make an appt for around 12 weeks.

Bahet

I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you. ((hug))

AnninStPaul

eta: I believe the advice to go to doctors is outdated. My doctor, with all 3 kids, told me that is solely for peice of mind-- his test is no more accurate than the tests I had taken. Most doctors won't even see you for a few week.
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Agreed - my ob/gyn said they don't do in office, they book your first appt for 10 weeks. Worked fine for me.

CMmrsfloyd

When they start seeing you is really individual between different practices. Some will see you immediately or at the first available appointment (I started my 2 pregnancies so far at 2 different practices and both got me in in less than a week, even though I told them I'd just gotten my positive test and was exactly 4 weeks pregnant LOL). Maybe they do it b/c they would rather book you and hook you before you call a different practice that will see you earlier, so they don't lose your potential business. Some of those that see women early on like to do a 'confirmation ultrasound' very early on even though it's usually not needed. (though it can be helpful early on if you are unsure of your period or ovulation dates, since earlier ultrasounds are better for estimating gestational age). If they do have you come in early, they may go ahead and do some blood tests and give you some info on nutrition and other issues to be mindful of during pregnancy. Very very individual. Some will have you wait until later in the first trimester when the risk of miscarriage has dropped significantly, b/c very early on there's not really much they could do about it if it were to happen. Anyway all that is to say that different midwives and OBs can have very different policies. And the early pregnancy policies are just the beginning of the many possible differences.

Anyway, OP good luck and I sincerely hope that your test was right and the dr's was wrong. It definitely does happen, especially early on. Try not to stress, take care of yourself, and retest when you're ready.

chicagocubsfan23

Request a blood test from your doctor. A lot of the home tests on the market are more sensitive than those at the doctor's offices. 3 positive tests means you're pregnant. False positives are EXTREMELY rare. False negatives, on the other hand, are quite common because different tests detect different levels of hcg. Your doctor's test was wrong, I'm sure of it. Keep us updated

EDIT: And I just saw that you bought a First Response, which are made to detect even lower amounts of hcg. Most dr office tests aren't "early result" rests so your hcg has to be much higher to register positive!

I'm hoping this is what happened. I read a review for the First Response tests that the same thing happened to a girl, then a few weeks later she went back to the doctor and their test showed up positive. I'll probably test again in a few weeks just to see. I'm pretty bummed so I think I'm gonna treat myself to some Panera Bread tonight lol

How did you get in to the doctor so fast? Most will just tell you to trust the test and make an appt for around 12 weeks.

I just called and told them what happened and they told me to come in...

brittanyjeanxo

While it's true it could be a false positive, you probably should have blood work done. You COULD have had a misscarriage I suppose, but the HcG would still have been present in the urine. Also, if they are using what we use in lab classes, they basically have a little strip that they dip in, and it will turn a certain color if you are pregnant. However, often times these have been sitting a while and like anything, with age, they can become less effective. Not only that, but, as someone mentioned they are not meant to "prematurely" detect pregnancy. It has a higher hormone level than something like First Response. What you could do is make another appointment and have blood work done. The HcG will also be present in your blood, and more detectable as well. Plus they can tell you the exact levels. And if it is (which I highly doubt) a miscarriage, there are also certain hormone levels that will be lower than average, and certain levels that will be higher. But it would seem that you are pregnant. If you told him about the THREE tests you took, he should have had blood drawn as well. It makes no sense to me why he didn't.

jenniferhe

While it's true it could be a false positive, you probably should have blood work done. You COULD have had a misscarriage I suppose, but the HcG would still have been present in the urine. Also, if they are using what we use in lab classes, they basically have a little strip that they dip in, and it will turn a certain color if you are pregnant. However, often times these have been sitting a while and like anything, with age, they can become less effective. Not only that, but, as someone mentioned they are not meant to "prematurely" detect pregnancy. It has a higher hormone level than something like First Response. What you could do is make another appointment and have blood work done. The HcG will also be present in your blood, and more detectable as well. Plus they can tell you the exact levels. And if it is (which I highly doubt) a miscarriage, there are also certain hormone levels that will be lower than average, and certain levels that will be higher. But it would seem that you are pregnant. If you told him about the THREE tests you took, he should have had blood drawn as well. It makes no sense to me why he didn't.

I agree in getting a blood test. Also don't feel bad in getting a second opinion from another doctor.

misty1627

A line is not a line I found out at the doctor's today. Their test came back negative. I won't be buying First Response pregnancy tests again that's for sure. I'm pretty bummed :frown:

I been trying for 2 years now and its so hard when u find out ur not and u see people who get one night stand and get pregnege

karisbear

OOoohh!!! Im excited cant wait for the update!

chicagocubsfan23

Well my gynocologist said in a few weeks if I haven't gotten my period to take another pregnancy test so that is definitely what I am going to do. Until then I'll just continue eating healthy, exercising, and having baby making love with my hubby lol.

sweebum

Remember the dr's tests can test at a different level. My dr's test at 50 HCG, the FRE tests at 25 or lower.

I hope things turn out the way you'd like:flowerforyou:

Yanicka1

Well my gynocologist said in a few weeks if I haven't gotten my period to take another pregnancy test so that is definitely what I am going to do. Until then I'll just continue eating healthy, exercising, and having baby making love with my hubby lol.

just consider yourself preggo until you have your period. Good luck

SarabellPlus3

Well my gynocologist said in a few weeks if I haven't gotten my period to take another pregnancy test so that is definitely what I am going to do. Until then I'll just continue eating healthy, exercising, and having baby making love with my hubby lol.

Good! I'm really eager for an update, so let us know! I would try not to get my hopes too high, but really, with the things my doctor says... Well, like I said before, he doesn't even run a test in office-- he says the pee-on-a-stick tests are as good (apparently possibly better) as any doctors, so... yeah.
You're lucky your doctor gets you in so early, none here let people in until week 10 or something-- feels like a lifetime! So go in when she'll let you... Then update us!
Best of luck!

chicagocubsfan23

Ugh so I've been getting TOM cramps since like Thursday but no TOM I wish it would just come already. Then I can know for sure that First Response was wrong!

mleoni092708

Have you tried testing again at home? I had TOM cramps and was super cranky and thought for sure I wasn't pregnant, but I was! Just had cramps that never turned into anything.

Hope it works out for you!

Yanicka1

Ugh so I've been getting TOM cramps since like Thursday but no TOM I wish it would just come already. Then I can know for sure that First Response was wrong!

My first pregnancies symptoms were cramps. Did you test again?

CMmrsfloyd

Tomorrow will be 1 week since you originally posted - I'd go ahead and plan to pee on the stick first thing in the morning if TOM doesn't show up. Crossing my fingers for you.

ChasityLindsey

Hope you get good news!!:happy:

dragonbait0126

Crossing my fingers and hoping for the best for you! Keep us posted!

chicagocubsfan23

Thank you everybody for your well wishes with this whole thing!!! Took 2 EPT tests last evening and both are over 99% accurate I do have a bun in the oven!!!!!!!!! :happy: It's the same test the doctor uses, so I'm trying to get in to see her again today so I can say see I told you so! Good thing I didn't mail my pee sticks back to First Response with a "you suck" letter lol

misty589

Congrats!

mleoni092708

YAAAAAYYY!!!! Congrats! What a roller coaster for the past few weeks! Best of luck for a healthy happy pregnancy. Enjoy every minute of it. Feeling the baby kick is the coolest thing ever. Keep us updated on how you are doing.

d2footballJRC

The evil lines is why the wife and I bought the ones that say words lol. Congrats though! Kids rock.