HCG Pregnancy Testing: How Soon Can You Know if You Are Pregnant - Dr Lora Shahine

As a fertility doctor, I address a common concern: When is the ideal time to take a pregnancy test? Join me as I provide a comprehensive overview of pregnancy testing methods, including urine and blood tests. Learn the optimal timeframe for testing. I highlight the reliability of pregnancy tests and showcase examples of different test kits. Additionally, I explain why fertility clinics discourage home testing and the risks of false positive results. In conclusion, I offer my expert insight and recommendations for a better understanding of pregnancy testing. Subscribe to my channel for more valuable information on fertility, pregnancy, and women's health. Stay informed and empowered! 🖤 Stay up to date with my NEWSLETTER: https://drlorashahine.com/newsletter 🖤 Listen to my PODCAST Baby or Bust anywhere you listen to podcasts 🖤 FOLLOW ME ON: ▫️ INSTAGRAM →   / drlorashahine   ▫️ TIKTOK →   / drlorashahine   ▫️TWITTER →   / drlorashahine   ▫️ FACEBOOK →   / drlorashahine   My BLOG and more resources at my website: https://drlorashahine.com/ My BOOKS https://drlorashahine.com/books Also at amazon.com ----------------------------------- LIKE, COMMENT, AND SUBSCRIBE * ----------------------------------- ABOUT : Lora Shahine, MD, is a double board certified reproductive endocrinologist and OBGYN currently practicing at Pacific NW Fertility in Seattle, WA. Originally from North Carolina, Dr. Shahine graduated with a Bachelor of Science in biology from Georgetown University in Washington, DC, and completed her training in medical school at Wake Forest University School of Medicine, residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of California at San Francisco, and fellowship in reproductive endocrinology and infertility at Stanford University. As Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Washington and Director of the Center of Recurrent Pregnancy Loss at Pacific NW Fertility, she is committed to providing excellence in patient care, teaching the next generation of women’s healthcare providers, and continuing research in the fields of fertility and recurrent miscarriage. She has published over 75 peer-reviewed research projects and is an active member of the American Society of Reproductive Medicine, Seattle Gynecology Society, and the Babyquest Fertility Grant organization. Dr. Shahine is an accomplished author including 'Planting the Seeds of Pregnancy: An Integrative Approach to Fertility Care' and best-selling book, 'Not Broken: An Approachable Guide to Miscarriage and Recurrent Pregnancy Loss.' Whether through her research, books, lectures, or active social media presense Dr. Shahine is passionate about educating on reproductive health and supporting the feritlity community. DISCLAIMER: The content contained herein is provided for informational and/or entertainment purposes only and not intended as a substitute for advice provided by a healthcare professional. Use the provided information at your own risk. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, please contact your health care provider. #pregnancytesting #pregnancytestaccuracy #earlypregnancydetection hcg pregnancy testing, early pregnancy detection, pregnancy test accuracy, when to take a pregnancy test, urine vs. blood pregnancy tests, home pregnancy testing, fertility clinic advice on pregnancy testing, false positive pregnancy test, pregnancy test examples and results, understanding ovulation and pregnancy testing, pregnancy testing timeline, reliable pregnancy test methods, pregnancy test sensitivity, pregnancy test brands and recommendations, determining pregnancy with hcg hormone, pregnancy test guidelines, how soon can you know if you're pregnant, accuracy of at-home pregnancy tests, pregnancy testing for couples trying to conceive, explaining different types of pregnancy tests Chapters 0:00 Intro 0:36 When can I do an pregnancy test - Most common question asked 1:31 Video overview 2:15 What are pregnancy test? 3:09 Urine vs blood test 4:21 When pregnancy test can be done? 5:19 Fourteen days past ovulation 5:39 Other YouTube video recommendations 6:05 How accurate are pregnancy test? 6:20 Pregnancy test examples 7:14 Why your fertility clinic may tell you not to test at home 8:03 False positive test at home 9:03 Closing thoughts 9:51 Additional recommendations 10:00 Outro