How to read a pregnancy test and what to do next
A test is a simple strip. Read the box, wait the exact time and breathe.
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At a glance
Do
- Write your symptoms down
- Eat balanced meals and sleep well
- Go for regular check-ups
Do not
- Do not self-medicate
- Do not trust random internet cures
- Do not delay seeing a doctor for lasting symptoms
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Steps
Use morning urine after a missed period. Check the expiry date.
Wait the time on the pack, usually 3-5 minutes. Do not read after 10.
Two lines or plus = positive. One line = negative. Faint line = repeat in 2-3 days.
Positive: see a doctor to confirm. Negative with no period: repeat and see a doctor.
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Last reviewed: 31 October 2026 · About and sources
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