Quick answer
The Urine Pregnancy Test (UPT) costs ₹150 at Live Line Health Care. A simple yes or no urine check for pregnancy hormone, most reliable from the first day of a missed period. No fasting is needed. It uses a urine sample and the report is usually ready the same day.
Also known as: UPT, Urine hCG, Pregnancy Test, Urine Pregnancy Card Test, Pregnancy Strip Test, Urine Beta hCG Qualitative
What is the Urine Pregnancy Test?
A urine pregnancy test (UPT) checks a urine sample for hCG, the pregnancy hormone released once an embryo has implanted. The test strip or card shows a line or symbol when hCG is above its detection limit, which for most laboratory tests is about 20 to 25 mIU/mL. It is quick, needs no blood and is the usual first step when a period is late.
The test is most reliable from the first day of a missed period. Before that, the hormone may still be too low to show, especially if you ovulated later than usual, so a negative result very early does not settle the question. The first urine of the morning is the most concentrated and gives the best chance of a correct answer. A positive UPT confirms that hCG is present, but it cannot tell where the pregnancy is or how far along it is, so an early scan and a doctor’s visit are the next steps.
What it measures: Whether hCG is present in urine above the test’s detection limit. The result is qualitative: positive or negative, with no number.
Parameters included (1)
- Urine hCG (qualitative: positive or negative)
Why is this test done?
- Confirming pregnancy after a missed or late period
- Checking for pregnancy before an X-ray, CT scan, surgery or a new medicine
- Getting a second opinion on an unclear home test result
- Rechecking a negative result when the period still has not come
When should you get tested?
- A period that is late by a day or more
- Breast tenderness, nausea, tiredness or passing urine more often
- Light spotting around the time your period was due
- You need to rule out pregnancy before a procedure or treatment
How to prepare for the Urine Pregnancy Test
- 1Collect the first urine passed after waking, as it is the most concentrated.
- 2Avoid drinking large amounts of water just before giving the sample, which can dilute the hormone.
- 3Use the sterile container provided and fill it to the mark. Wash your hands before and after.
- 4Tell the staff the first day of your last period and if you have had any fertility injections.
Urine Pregnancy Test normal range
| Parameter | Typical reference range |
|---|---|
| Negative | hCG not detected (below about 20–25 mIU/mL) |
| Positive | hCG detected above the test’s detection limit |
The exact detection limit depends on the test kit used. A positive result should be followed up with a doctor and an early scan. Ranges are typical adult values and vary between labs, age and sex. Always use the range printed on your report and discuss results with your doctor.
Understanding your results
- A positive result means hCG is present, which almost always means pregnancy. Rarely, it can follow a recent miscarriage or an hCG fertility injection.
- A negative result before or on the day the period is due can be a false negative. If the period still does not arrive, repeat the test after 3 to 5 days or ask for a beta hCG blood test.
- A faint line still counts as positive in most cases. It usually means hCG is at an early, low level. A blood test can give a number if you need certainty.
- A positive test with severe one-sided pain, shoulder-tip pain, dizziness or heavy bleeding can be a sign of ectopic pregnancy. Go to emergency care at once.
Urine Pregnancy Test – FAQs
What is the price of the Urine Pregnancy Test?
The Urine Pregnancy Test (UPT) costs ₹150 at Live Line Health Care, at all 45 centres and for home sample collection.
How many days after a missed period should I take a urine pregnancy test?
You can take it from the first day of a missed period, and most tests will be accurate then. If it is negative but the period does not come, repeat it 3 to 5 days later. Testing earlier is possible, but a negative result is less reliable.
Is a lab urine pregnancy test more accurate than a home kit?
Both detect the same hormone with similar strips, so the accuracy is broadly similar when the instructions are followed. The advantage of a lab test is that trained staff read and record the result, which helps when a doctor or hospital needs a written report.
Can I give a urine sample later in the day?
Yes, after a missed period hCG is usually high enough to show at any time. Early on, though, urine later in the day is more diluted, especially if you have drunk a lot of fluid, so the first morning sample gives the best chance of a correct result.
What does a faint line on a pregnancy test mean?
A faint line usually means hCG is present at a low level, as in a very early pregnancy. It is generally read as positive. If you are unsure, repeat the test in 48 hours or take a beta hCG blood test, which gives an exact level.
Can a urine pregnancy test be wrong?
Yes. False negatives happen when testing too early or with diluted urine. False positives are rare but can follow a recent pregnancy loss or an hCG injection. If the result does not match what you expect, a repeat test or a blood beta hCG test will clarify it.
Where can I get the Urine Pregnancy Test done?
At any of our 45 Live Line Health Care centres in 40 cities across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, including Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, Warangal, Kakinada and Nellore, or book home sample collection.
Medical disclaimer: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult a qualified doctor to interpret your results and before starting or changing any treatment.