You may need a transfusion of red blood cells if you have lost a lot of blood or your red blood cell count is low (anemia). You may need a platelet transfusion if your platelet count is low (thrombocytopenia). White blood cell transfusions are rare and are only done in very specific situations.
1 So, the earlier after a missed period you take a HPT, the harder it is to spot the hCG. 2  If you wait one week after a missed period to test, you are more apt to have an accurate result. 3  Also, testing your urine first thing in the morning may boost the accuracy. 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.
How long do I have to wait before I take a test? Most doctors recommend that you wait until the first day of your missed period before taking a home pregnancy test. A missed period is usually one of the first signs of pregnancy. This is usually around two weeks after conception. However, some tests are more sensitive than others and can be taken earlier. Concentrations of hCG are reported in milliInternational Units (mIU) or amounts equal to 1/1000th of an IU per milliliter.