Can you get false positive tests?

Hi... I'm in a bit of a state of shock right now!! To say the least. I have been feeling a little "wierd" is how I'd describe it. Needing to pee all the time and when I pee it feels different - I actually said to DH I hope I'm not getting a bladder infection. To be honest, I normally worry a lot about falling pregnant unplanned and say maybe I'm pregnant then of course AF arrives and I'm good. Sometimes I do a test just to put my mind at ease (as I've have irregular periods).

I'm not due (as a rough guide) for AF until next week sometime. For some unknown reason I just walked into the bathroom and pulled out a test (I keep one on hand as I live in small town and never want to buy one here) went to the toilet and it says PREGNANT... It was a clear blue digital one. Can you get false positives???

My DH is at work on Night Shift and while I could text him - I don't want to do that. I'm freakin out here not knowing what to think. It's not a bad thing as we've been talking about trying around July 09. But I'm worried as I had quite a few drinks last Friday and been having 1 sometimes 2 coffee's. Haven't had any pre-conception tests etc

So sorry that this is so long for a simple question - must be the adrenalin and not being able to talk to anyone yet....

It is possible but the Clear Blue are quite reliable. Dont worry about what you did before the test. I still drink some caffinated drinks, just less than I used to. Congrats on your pregnancy.

Considering you do not have regular periods you need to go to the doctor and have dating scan. They try to make this around 7 weeks after your last period so there is a chance you can see the heartbeat.

Well it sounds like there is a good chance you are UTD! I think it is possible to get false positives from what I've heard, but they seem pretty rare. Do you have any more tests on hand? Maybe try another one and see if you get the same result. Otherwise book a trip to your GP and get a blood test done to find out for sure.

Don't stress out about the alcohol, a bub at this stage doesn't share your bloodstream. And you can have a couple of cups of coffee a day while pregnant so don't stress!

Best of luck :D

WOW... Thanks ladies. I do have one test left cos it was a pack of 2 but am thinking I should wait till the morning and do it with DH. But on the other hand what if I stress all night for no reason.... What would you do? Test again or wait till the morning?

My head is spinning, I feel so nervous I feel sick. Have butterflies in my tummy!!! I really feel like I'm gonna get my period and have got some tummy cramps but have just read that it can be a sign. - I've a lot to learn!

It's up to you when you want to test again! If it will help you sleep tonight by doing one, then do it! You could always buy some more tests tomorrow ;). If you'd prefer to do the test in the morning with your DH, then go to bed NOW so it's morning quickly LOL!

If you want to do another wait to do it with DH. I've never heard of a false positive with one of those tests so I'd say congrats are in order.

By the way when I fell pregnant with my son I was super stressed and was practically living on coffee until I suspected I was pregnant and all turned out well.

my doctor told me you can't get false positives...

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my doctor told me you can't get false positives...

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Mine too

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my doctor told me you can't get false positives...

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Mine did too but there have been a few girls here on BB who have had false positives using the PREGNOW brand HPT. It showed positive & they had a BT which showed no HCG levels.
That is the only brand I have ever heard of people getting false positives with though.

I believe those digital ones are especially reliable...

Congrats :)

Hey congratulations! :)

False positives are very rare, you sometimes get evaporation lines, but that's not possible with a digital - if it's the kind where you can eject the stick, and you DO eject the stick, you will see two lines on it. I actually know someone who's digital said NOTPREGNANT but when she ejected there were 2 lines, but the second was faint - 2 days later she got a PREGNANT.

Was your last period normal for you? It wasn't lighter or shorter than normal?

Bx

wow...... i think u r preg they r very reliable the digital type,,,, ive done the hpt were u dip it in and have had a 2nd pos linbe very faint but i wasnt preg,,,,, but this type u have used is much better....
oh i know how it feels 2 have another test there i always acve in im no good at that stuff al the best and i woud say u r preg,,,,,,
cngratulations ...
and i hope all goes well..... how exciting...

I rang the company of the test I used as my line was quite faint and they are completely accurate! they said there any line is a positive result no matter how faint!! (I'm not sure what brand I used now) I was too excited!:lol:!!

If you do one in the morning the line should be a bit darker looking....as the weeks go on the line will get darker also as your levels get stronger!!

Congrats to you I say!!! Do a few more tests over the coming days and make an appointment to see a doctor and go from there.....how exciting for you!!!!:clap:

Congratulations darl....i think it's safe to say your having a BABY!!!

Thanks for your messages ladies. I can see Belly Belly being my new home. I've not slept much at all, so have just done the second test - couldn't hold on any more and wanted to use the first morning pee. :bfp: I'm pregnant! DH will be home in about an hour / hour and half... Just gotta work out how to tell him - I'm sure he'll be excited and embrase this big surprise.

Woohoo, congratulations!!! :happyforyou:

What a lovely Christmas surprise :D

Have fun telling your DH!

* CONGRATULATIONS *

How VERY exciting for you both and what a way to start the new year!

Let us know what DH's reaction was.... :D

Congratulations ....what a wonderful xmas present for you and your DH.

Maybe you could wrap the test up and tell him you have an extra special xmas present to give him :hug:

Oh how exciting! I have goosebumps for you :)
Congrats on your pregnancy! What a lovely surprise for Christmas.
Wishing you a very happy & healthy pregnancy.

would just like to wish you a HUGE CONGRATULATIONS on your pregnancy!! How did your DH react?
Wishing you all the best and a happy and healthy pregnancy for the next 8 months.

**prayingforabub**

Well DH thought I was joking at first until I said check the two tests in the bathroom and he got excited He said that he's been thinking the last month or so why are we waiting? .... I balled my eyes out lol. Big shock and just worried about a few of the logistics and realise that I have no idea what to eat and I'm heading on holidays, keeping it a secret and not getting into the drinking side of the festive spirit will be hard (I don't mind the not drinking, just the cover up lol). Need to do some fast reading to build my knowledge on eating out and take away... Heading off for 2 weeks tomorrow.

While it is a big surprise, I'm forever grateful as I know how difficult it can be for some, and was told in 2006 we would have difficulty concieving.

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! May you have a happy and healthy 2009 xo :p

Hi ellee congratulations on your exciting news!!! The covering up is really hard - I tried keeping my pregnancy a secret from my family - but I'm pretty bad at keeping secrets which is why they all know now!!!
Just remember, don't eat
soft serve ice cream(like from maccas)
pate
liver
ready made salads from supermarkets etc
sushi
raw fish
things you don't know how they were prepared (including fruit and veg - you don't know if they were washed or not)

Basically eat things you have prepared yourself or things that have been thorouly (SP?) cooked. Fresh is always best.
Good Luck!

Hi Ellee05!!
Congrats on your wonderful surprise!! Yes, it will be hard to hide it over the festive season- but you could just say that you are doing a detox, or that you are taking antibiotics for a bladder infection or something!! Or you could do what I did- 'pretend' to sip some wine and then go tip it down the sink- or pass it to your hubby. Once I even accepted a red wine- then went to the kitchen and poured it and exchanged it with cranberry juice- lol!!! ;)

Don't worry about the alcohol and caffeine you have consumed previously. Most of us are in that boat and our babies turn out fine. However, I wouldn't advise drinking caffeinated drinks from now on as they can overstimulate the fetus (ie- cause rapid heart rate), but, more importantly, caffeine is a diuretic and increases fluid loss (urination) and also interfers with the body's ability to absorb nutrients- and you and bub need all the nutrients you can get!! I don't intend to scare you- just something us women need to be aware of.
If you're interested, Francesca Naish's book 'The Natural Way to a Better Pregnancy' is brilliant. It is only $39.95 and available online.

Congrats again to the 2 of you- the best gift you will receive this Christmas, I'm sure!!

X

oh wow i was thinkin how u went a big congratulations have a healthy and happy pregnancy...all the best:clap: