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Pregnancy tests will catch less than 70% of pregnancies at 4 days before a period. A few things to understand about pregnancy tests. When they say you can test up to 5 days before a missed period, that means 4 days before your period is due. That number is based on an average luteal phase (the time between ovulation and the first day of your period) of 14 days. Which means those tests recommend testing no sooner than 10 days past ovulation.
Most home pregnancy tests claim to be up to 99% accurate. But the accuracy depends on: How you use them. Be sure to check the expiration date and follow the instructions. Wait up to 10 minutes after taking the test to check the results window. Research suggests that waiting 10 minutes will give the most accurate result. When you use them. The amount of hCG or pregnancy hormone in your urine increases with time. The earlier you take the test, the harder it is for the test to detect the hCG. Most home pregnancy tests can accurately detect pregnancy after a missed period.