Port Townsend is also called the City of Dreams because of the early speculation that the city would be the largest harbor on the west coast of the United States. By the late 19th century, Port Townsend was a well-known seaport, very active and banking on the future.
Ovulation usually occurs 14 days before the menstrual period, but even in women with very regular cycles, the timing may vary by a couple of days. The next event, fertilization, can also vary, depending on the timing of intercourse. Finally, the time between fertilization and implantation can be between 6 and 12 days. Other factors that determine the accuracy of a pregnancy test include: Given all these factors, a urine test for pregnancy will almost always be accurate a week after your expected period. If you need to know sooner than that or are still uncertain, your doctor can send you for a blood test.
1 When you use them â The amount of hCG in a pregnant womanâs urine increases with time. 2  So, the earlier after a missed period you take a HPT, the harder it is to spot the hCG. 3  If you wait one week after a missed period to test, you are more apt to have an accurate result. So, home pregnancy tests will be accurate as soon as one day after a missed period for some women but not for others. 2  How you use them â Be sure to follow the directions and check the expiration date. 3  When you use them â The amount of hCG in a pregnant womanâs urine increases with time.