How many days after having sex or a missed period should a urine HCG test be done to get accurate results?

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Dr Vasanthasree Nair

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A urine pregnancy (HCG) test gives accurate results 14 days after sex. Or you can take it 1 to 2 days after a missed period for reliable results. Testing too early can show a false negative. Use first morning urine for best accuracy.

Dr. Vasanthasree Suggests...

Take a URINE PREGNANCY TEST (CARD METHOD) Test or Take a BETA HCG (TOTAL) Test

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Answered 08/09/2025

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