How long after ovulation can I take a pregnancy test?

Generally speaking, about 7-10 days after ovulation, you can use early pregnancy test paper to test pregnancy. This test paper can determine whether you are pregnant by detecting the amount of hCG in your urine. hCG is a hormone produced by the body after fertilization.

However, the timing of testing for pregnancy also depends on your menstrual cycle. If your menstrual cycle is shorter, testing for pregnancy may be delayed accordingly. Additionally, health conditions and testing methods can affect how long it takes to test for pregnancy.

If you wish to test for pregnancy, it is recommended to check yourself for symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, breast distension and fatigue. These symptoms usually appear early in pregnancy. If symptoms don't appear, you may need to wait a while before testing again.