early tests- how good are they?
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early tests- how good are they?
| Thu, 03-22-2007 - 9:00pm |
It's still too early, but can't stand the wait (truth be told I already took one...okay two)...How accurate are the early tests? Or should I just suck it up and wait the extra couple of days? Also if anyone has a particular brand to suggest, that would be great. Thanks in advance.

I've read (including a 2004 study of hpt's) that one of the best tests out there for sensitivity to hormone levels is First Response. That one is advertised as being able to be used 4-5 days before your missed period. If you google "early pregnancy tests" you should get some results that are from studies done of hpt's and how reliable they are when taken early. However, no matter what test you take, you're most likely to get a more accurate reading the closer you are to your missed period, particularly if you are after the day AF was due. The accuracy of the tests goes up drastically with each day waited, so I guess the longer you can wait the better! Even though I know that's always easier said than done!
Good luck!