Can pregnancy be detected 14 days after sexual intercourse?
Oct 30, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Lu
Introduction
For greater accuracy, it is recommended to take the test one week after the expected start of your period, or consult a doctor for a blood test if signs of pregnancy appear. Whether pregnancy can be detected after fourteen days mainly depends on the speed of embryo implantation. If you experience any discomfort, seek medical advice promptly. If the fertilized egg implants quickly, pregnancy can generally be detected after fourteen days.
Generally, it is possible to detect pregnancy 14 days after sexual intercourse. The specific analysis is as follows:
After conception, the fertilized egg rapidly implants in the uterus and begins producing human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), which is the key marker for pregnancy detection. In most women, hCG levels in the blood start to rise within 7–10 days after conception and continue increasing in the following days. Therefore, 14 days after sexual intercourse, pregnancy may be detected through a blood test or a highly sensitive urine test.
To ensure accuracy, it is recommended to wait until one week after the expected menstrual period before testing, or consult a doctor for a blood test if early signs of pregnancy appear. If any discomfort associated with early pregnancy occurs, medical attention should be sought immediately. Meanwhile, maintaining healthy lifestyle habits and a positive mindset while awaiting confirmation of test results is also important.
