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Following IUI, when can I test for pregnancy?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

My last period was on the 26th of last month. I had IUI on 7th evening and 8th morning of this month. When can I test for pregnancy?

Answered by Dr. Radhakrishnan Nair Bhaskaran

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Radhakrishnan Nair Bhaskaran is a well-experienced Obstetrics and Gynecologist with 36 years of clinical experience. He completed his MBBS from Karnataka University in 1988. He then did his DA from the University of Mysore in 1991. He then completed his DGO from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Mumbai in 2008. He is currently working at Andro and Gynecare Clinic, Cochin, Kerala.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Was it ultrasound monitored? What was the size of the follicle on the 7th? You can test your urine for pregnancy after 15 to 18 days of IUI. Blood hCG hormone (human chorionic gonadotropin) can be done after 15 days, which will be more predictive.

Patient's Query

Thank you doctor,

Yes, ultrasound scan was done. Yesterday, I tested using a home pregnancy kit, but it gave negative result. Is it too early to test now? The follicle size was something like 18 x 21. I have taken injection for ovulation on 6th of this month.

Answered by Dr. Radhakrishnan Nair Bhaskaran

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Radhakrishnan Nair Bhaskaran is a well-experienced Obstetrics and Gynecologist with 36 years of clinical experience. He completed his MBBS from Karnataka University in 1988. He then did his DA from the University of Mysore in 1991. He then completed his DGO from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Mumbai in 2008. He is currently working at Andro and Gynecare Clinic, Cochin, Kerala.

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Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Tomorrow, you can check your hCG hormone, which is more reliable. I think it is too early to be detected in urine. Hope you are convinced.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At June 25, 2016
Reviewed At December 27, 2023

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Radhakrishnan Nair Bhaskaran is a well-experienced Obstetrics and Gynecologist with 36 years of clinical experience. He completed his MBBS from Karnataka University in 1988. He then did his DA from the University of Mysore in 1991. He then completed his DGO from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Mumbai in 2008. He is currently working at Andro and Gynecare Clinic, Cochin, Kerala.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Prep / Recovery Guide

IUI Pregnancy Test Prep and Recovery Guide

How it works

Intrauterine insemination (IUI) is a fertility treatment. Knowing when and how to test for pregnancy afterward is key. This guide helps you understand the process and prepare for testing.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Radhakrishnan Nair Bhaskaran is a well-experienced Obstetrics and Gynecologist with 36 years of clinical experience. He completed his MBBS from Karnataka University in 1988. He then did his DA from the University of Mysore in 1991. He then completed his DGO from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Mumbai in 2008. He is currently working at Andro and Gynecare Clinic, Cochin, Kerala.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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