Positive Home Pregnancy Tests but Negative Doctor's Test? Here's What It Means.

Published on, 20 April, 2025. Answered by Dr. Mini Sood and Verified by Dr.Galen Team
Patient Question

Hello Doctor,

 

I’ve been experiencing tender breasts and have taken 8 positive pregnancy tests at home, but the urine tests at my doctor’s office keep coming up negative. What could this mean?

 

Answered by Dr. Mini Sood

Hello,

Thank you for reaching out to Dr. Galen. Please find the below response to your query.

 

It’s important to get a scan to rule out an ectopic pregnancy, which occurs when the pregnancy develops outside the womb. This could be a possible explanation for the discrepancy between your home pregnancy tests and the office tests. I recommend scheduling an ultrasound for a more accurate diagnosis.

 

Thanks

 


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Dr. Mini Sood

Obstetrician and Gynecologist

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