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Pregnancy tests measure the amount of hCG in your system, which increases each day early in pregnancy.  If you implant or ovulate late it can take awhile for your hCG levels to grow.  Some brands of pregnancy tests are more sensitive than others, meaning that they will give you a positive result at  a lower hCG level.  Consumer Reports rated First Response as the most accurate test.  I've read online that digital tests (those that actually say Pregnant or Not Pregnant) instead of displaying lines  are less sensitive, and women will not have a positive result with these tests as quickly (I can't verify the accuracy of that information, but wanted to share). 

Also, please try to test first thing in the morning or when you have held your urine for at least 4 hours since hCG is more likely to be detected in concentrated urine.

I had a period delayed by a week, and it just came late.  I know how scary that is, and hope that everything works out whichever way you are hoping for!

If you've been charting, then you should know how long your luteal phase is (the high temps after ovulation).  From what I've read, that time period is usually pretty similar (+ or - a day or two) from cycle to cycle.  It's the time prior to ovulation that gets extended due to stress, etc.  Maybe reviewing that part of your chart will provide a little insight?  Good luck regardless!

I knew I was pregnant with my current pregnancy.  I knew my body and I knew I was pregnant.  However I kpet getting false negatives on pregnancy tests.  I kept thinking it must be in my head, the tests keep telling me I'm negative.  A week or so would go by and I still couldnt shake the feeling so I would have another one. and negative again.  In the end I was 9 weeks when I finally came up with a positive test.  I then went and bought the three most expenisve tests I could find and tested again.  Still Positive.  And I went to my Dr who sent me for an Ultra Sound which confirmed how far along I was.

And try not to stress about it to much, as the it could delay your period further.  And if you are pregnant, then you don't need to chance the stress effecting you and the baby.

These tests all come down to your hormone levels, and every pregnancy for every woman will always be different.  I wish you all the best.  My advice would be that if your are still concerned in a few days, considering your past history, go see a dr and seek their advice.  They can give you a blood test or send you for an ultra sound (athough at such an early stage you would probably have to have a vaginal ultrasound, been there done that, not at all pleasant).

On a side note, a friend of mine miscarried many pregnancies until the Drs found out that her body did not produce enough hormones needed to take a baby to term.  Once they worked that out she had three baby boys with the help of hormone replacement therapy.  Probably not at all a problem you have, but maybe if your body is slow to produce hormones as well, it could explain why the tests haven't shown up early. (just a thought, I don't want to scare you).

I send you hugs and positive thoughts.  And over the next few days just give a thought to seeking professional medical advice.