How Early Can a Pregnancy Test Detect Pregnancy?
Early testing can work, but it also creates more faint lines and confusion. Here's the timeline mindset.
What early tests are measuring
Home pregnancy tests detect hCG in urine. Early in pregnancy, hCG may be low, which can produce faint or unclear lines.
When many people test
Guidance commonly recommends testing from the first day of a missed period, though some tests claim earlier detection. Testing earlier increases the chance of faint/ambiguous results.
How to improve clarity
If you're testing early, first-morning urine can help because it's often more concentrated. Follow the instructions carefully and retest if unclear.
How an AI checker helps early testers
For early testers, your app's value is consistent enhancement plus history—so users can compare day-to-day instead of obsessing over a single photo.
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