Should I trust office pregnancy tests?
Pregnancy tests have become quite reliable since the introduction of monoclonal antibody procedures. Even home kits use this technology and are greatly improved over earlier versions. However, as Dr Bluestein explains, use of these tests must be accompanied by an understanding of factors that can cause false results. He describes these factors and points out the need for further testing and obstetric consultation in some situations.
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Department of Family and Community Medicine, Eastern Virginia Medical School of the Medical College of Hampton Roads, Norfolk 23501.
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