 FREE
Pregnancy Test...
If you are thinking about taking a home pregnancy test or you
have already had a positive home test, most
pregnancy tests are very reliable. However, to confirm that you
are pregnant, a visit to an appropriate health care provider
will be necessary. As a Medical Clinic, we
provide this service for
FREE.
Sometimes an ultrasound exam
is needed to confirm the status of
your pregnancy. This information is important whether you are
considering abortion or continuing your pregnancy.
As a Medical Clinic, we provide
this service for
FREE.
At CareNet Pregnancy Center and Medical
Clinic we will provide you with a free pregnancy test.
You will have the results during your appointment.
 How
accurate is the test? CareNet
Pregnancy Center & Medical Clinic's tests are laboratory
rated. They can detect the hCG pregnancy hormone as early as 7 days
after conception or 21 to 24 days after the first day of your last
period. The test is over 99% accurate.
Can I have a retest if my test is
negative and my period does not start? Yes, you may
be rescheduled for another test. The hCG hormone doubles every 2.2
days during the first three months of pregnancy.
If I am not pregnant, what causes a
missed period? Stress (finals in school,
relationships problems, moving, loss of a loved one, losing a job,
travel, etc.) Illness, dieting, heavy physical exercise, extreme
overweight, change in daily routines. Birth control—some types of
hormonal birth control (such as Depo Provera and Norplant) may cause
light periods or none at all. Recent pregnancy—women who breastfeed
often don't have regular periods. It may take several months for the
menstrual cycle to return to normal after childbirth, miscarriage,
or abortion.
Could I have a positive test at
home and a negative test at the Center?
A urine pregnancy test analyzes the presence of the pregnancy
hormone, hCG. hCG is released into the mother's circulation almost
immediately after implantation (5-8 days after conception).
Sometimes the embryo fails to implant properly in the uterus or is
rejected by the uterus leading to an early pregnancy loss (EPL).
This is usually followed by a normal or slightly heavier than normal
period which may be a few days late. When EPL occurs, hCG
concentrations in the urine peak about 2 weeks after conception then
drop quickly.
Should I see a doctor if I have a
second negative test and have not started my period?
Our medical director recommends that if you miss three or more
periods in a row without being pregnant, you should see your health
care provider for assessment. If you need resources for health care,
CareNet can provide you referrals.
You can call us
(530) 246-7075
We can help you understand your
choices, your pregnancy, discuss your health and explain your options.
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