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Pregnancy test after UPSI — DFSRH MCQ

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ModerateReproductive HealthPregnancy test after UPSIDFSRH

A 21-year-old had UPSI 10 days ago and has a negative urine pregnancy test today. Her period is not due for another week. What would you advise this patient?

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Correct answer: C — Repeat pregnancy testing 21 days after UPSI if no period

A urine pregnancy test 10 days after sex can be falsely negative. Testing 21 days after UPSI or after missed period is appropriate. This applies when quick starting contraception too.

Reference: FSRH Contraception After Pregnancy Guideline; NICE Abortion Care Guideline; NICE Antenatal Care; BNF