## Can You Take A Pregnancy Test 5 Days Before Period?
It is possible to take a pregnancy test five days before your period is due. While it is best to wait until you have missed your period to take a pregnancy test, modern tests can detect pregnancy before your period is late. However, it is important to note that the accuracy of the test may be reduced when a test is taken too early.
### Factors That Affect the Accuracy of a Pregnancy Test
The accuracy of a pregnancy test is affected by several factors, including:
– The sensitivity of the test. Tests are available with varying levels of sensitivity, so it is important to check the details of the test before use.
– The concentrations of hCG in the body. hCG levels rise in early pregnancy, so if the test is taken too early, the levels of pregnancy hormone may not be high enough to trigger a positive result.
– Urine sample. The concentration of hCG in the urine can be affected by hydration levels, so it is important to provide a good quality sample when testing.
### How Early Can You Take a Pregnancy Test
As a general rule, it is recommended to wait until your period is due, or until seven days after your missed period, to take a pregnancy test. By this time, enough hCG has built up in the body to accurately determine a pregnancy.
However, for those who cannot wait that long, many modern tests are able to detect the presence of hCG as early as four days before a missed period. The accuracy of the tests however, are less reliable when taken too early.
### Tips for Taking an Early Pregnancy Test
If you do decide to take a pregnancy test five days before your period, it is important to consider the following tips:
– **Use a sensitive test.** Before taking a pregnancy test, it is important to check its level of sensitivity. This is indicated by the ‘mIU/ml’ value. The higher the number, the more sensitive the test, and the more likely it is to detect pregnancy early on.
– **Test first thing in the morning.** The concentration of hCG in the urine increases when it has been retained in the bladder for a longer period of time. Therefore, it is best to test in the morning when urine is more concentrated.
– **Take your time.** While it is possible to take a pregnancy test five days before a period is due, it is still best to wait until your period is late before taking a test. Waiting just a few extra days will make the results more accurate.
### Conclusion
Taking a pregnancy test five days before a period is due is possible. However, it is important to understand that such tests may be less accurate than tests taken once your period is late. Furthermore, it is important to use a sensitive test and help reduce factors that can affect its accuracy.
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