Are You Pregnant?

Waiting for your period to start can be agonizing. Every day that it’s late can cause more and more worry. If you’re wondering if you’re pregnant, don’t wait and worry. Come to Guiding Star Wakota for free and confidential pregnancy testing administered by one of our trained staff.

We understand that an unplanned pregnancy can bring a wide range of emotions, and every experience is unique. We provide our services in a non-judgmental space where you can get the information you need privately. You can walk in or schedule an appointment online. We’re here for you.

How Do Pregnancy Tests Work?

When a woman becomes pregnant, her body begins producing a pregnancy hormone known as human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG). This hormone builds rapidly, eventually entering her urine and bloodstream.

You can test for pregnancy with either a urine or blood pregnancy test. A positive result means hCG was detected, and you are most likely pregnant.

At Guiding Star Wakota, our urine pregnancy tests are medical lab-quality. Because a trained staff administers our tests, you can be confident you are getting accurate results.

Can I Take an At-Home Test?

At-home pregnancy tests can be reliable if the directions are followed carefully. Some tests are more sensitive than others, which means you may or may not get the correct result depending on when you take the test. Experts recommend waiting until a day or two after your missed period before testing.

If you use an at-home pregnancy test, follow these steps carefully to avoid an incorrect result:

• Wait to test until a day or two after your missed period.
• Check the expiration date.
• Read the instructions thoroughly before testing.
• Take the test in the morning when your urine is the most concentrated.
• Wait the recommended amount of time before checking the result.
• Retest to confirm the results.

Free and Confidential Pregnancy Testing

A typical visit for pregnancy testing takes only about 20 minutes, and you’ll have the results during your visit. If your test is positive, your next step is to have an ultrasound exam. A pregnancy test indicates the possibility of pregnancy, but an ultrasound can confirm it.

Take advantage of this free service and get the necessary answers to move forward. You can walk in or schedule an appointment online.