Missing your period is enough to stop you in your tracks.
You may fall into one of a few camps. Maybe you tracked your cycle closely and knew the second you missed your period. Or, perhaps you had a realization that your period hasn’t come in some time, and you don’t know how long it’s been.
Either way, your next step is the same: take a pregnancy test. You can receive one free of charge at Pathways Clinic in Washougal, WA. Contact us today to schedule your complimentary appointment.
Taking a Pregnancy Test
If your period didn’t arrive on time, that doesn’t necessarily mean that you’re pregnant, but there’s always a chance if you’re sexually active.
Take a pregnancy test at our clinic or at home one day after your anticipated period date.
If It’s Positive
It’s time to schedule an appointment with Pathways Clinic to confirm your pregnancy with an ultrasound. We’ll tell you your unique health details, like how far along you are, your anticipated due date (if you plan to carry to term), and whether or not the pregnancy is in the uterus, progressing with a heartbeat.
If It’s Negative
Give it a little more time before you test again. Wait a few more days to a week to see if your period arrives or if you receive a positive pregnancy test result.
Sometimes it takes longer than the day after your missed period to test positive.
The Lightest Line Still Means Positive
Even if you have a very faint pregnancy indicator, it still means you are positive for pregnancy. The line should darken as you progress in your pregnancy, or if you use a more concentrated urine sample (try first thing in the morning).
What if the Control Line Is Missing?
No control line means the test is invalid. Always check the expiration date and review the instructions before you take an at-home test. While most tests work similarly, there can be differences in when to look at the result.
Visit Pathways Clinic in Washougal, WA
Answers are within reach. Visit Pathways Clinic for free-of-charge pregnancy testing and an ultrasound if you qualify. You are always welcome here.
Schedule your appointment today!