Instructions for Urine Pregnancy Test Specimen Collection

• Pregnancy testing should be done at least one week after your first missed period.
• If your test result is negative and pregnancy is still suspected, a repeat test should be done no sooner than 7 days.
• If the second test is negative and you still have not had a period, contact your provider.

1. A special container will be provided by the clinic or the laboratory.

2. Your first morning urine is preferred. Fill the cup about half full. Replace the lid to prevent leakage.

3. Return the urine specimen to the laboratory receptionist the same day the specimen was collected.

4. Be sure your container is labeled with your name, Kaiser record number, and the sample date and time before leaving the laboratory.

5. Results will be available in 24 hours (one working day) after the specimen was received in the laboratory, Monday through Friday. Results will be available on Monday for specimens received on the weekend.

6. Pregnancy test results are confidential and will only be given to you. Results will not be given to spouses, partners, relatives or friends.

7. To obtain the results of your pregnancy test, you may call the advice nurse. Have your Kaiser Permanente Medical record number ready when you call.

Do not call the lab for test results.