What does it mean when your pregnancy test comes out negetive?

When a pregnancy test comes out negative, it usually means that you are not pregnant. Pregnancy tests detect the presence of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), a hormone produced by the developing placenta during pregnancy. If hCG is not detected, the test result is negative. However, there are a few reasons why you may get a negative pregnancy test result even if you are pregnant:

1. You tested too early. If you test too early in your pregnancy, the levels of hCG in your urine may be too low to be detected by the pregnancy test. It is recommended to wait until at least one week after your missed period to take a pregnancy test for the most accurate results.

2. The test was not sensitive enough. Some pregnancy tests are more sensitive than others and can detect lower levels of hCG. If you are testing early in your pregnancy, it is important to use a sensitive pregnancy test.

3. You did not follow the test instructions correctly. It is important to follow the instructions on the pregnancy test package carefully to ensure that you are performing the test correctly and getting accurate results.

4. You are experiencing a chemical pregnancy. A chemical pregnancy is a very early miscarriage that occurs before the embryo implants in the uterus. Chemical pregnancies can cause pregnancy symptoms such as a missed period and breast tenderness, but they usually do not produce enough hCG to be detected on a pregnancy test.

If you have a negative pregnancy test but you are still experiencing pregnancy symptoms, it is important to see a doctor to rule out a medical condition.