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How to Take a Pregnancy Test

By Robin Elise Weiss, LCCE, About.com

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Read the Instructions

Even though pregnancy tests are fairly simple, be sure that you read all of the instructions before starting the test. You can easily blow the simple test by not following the instructions. Most test kits provide you with a number to call if you have further questions. The instructions usually also come with drawings and in English and Spanish. Be sure to ask the company if you have any questions, before or after taking their pregnancy test.

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