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Missed Period and Negative Pregnancy Test - Am I pregnant?

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Nov 11, 2024.

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Missed period and negative pregnancy test - can I still be pregnant?

It is possible to get a negative result on a pregnancy test even if you are pregnant. The following reasons may be why the test is negative.

If your period is very late or you’ve missed it altogether and you still have a negative result, then it’s unlikely that you would be pregnant.

Why is my period late if I’m not pregnant?

It’s also possible for your period to be late when you’re not pregnant. Below is a list of factors that can affect the timing of your period:

If you haven’t had your period for a few months then see your healthcare provider to help find out the cause.

References
  • Clearblue. What does getting a negative pregnancy test result mean?. Reviewed February 27. 2019. Available at: https://www.clearblue.com/pregnancy-tests/negative-results. [Accessed November 20. 2020].
  • National Health Service UK (NHS). How accurate are home pregnancy tests?. Reviewed November 13, 2018. [Accessed November 20. 2020].
  • The Ancestral Health Society Of New Zealand. Are You Eating Enough To Get A Period?. Available at: https://ancestralhealthnz.org/are-you-eating-enough-to-get-a-period/. [Accessed November 20. 2020].
  • Very Well Family. Why Your Weight Matters When You're Trying to Conceive. Updated February 2, 2020. Available at: https://www.verywellfamily.com/the-connection-between-fertility-and-weight-1960251. [Accessed November 20. 2020].

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