This is a colorless streak that pops up if urine dries on the test strip.
Disregard this evap line if it appears; it doesn’t mean you’re pregnant.
Sometimes results appear as a plus or minus sign or with the words pregnant or not pregnant.
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This is not a positive result.
It’s an evaporation line.
Pregnancy tests are most accurate when taken after you have missed a period.
What Causes an Evap Line?
An evaporation line happens if the urine being tested has been diluted and dried.
Evaporation lines can be common on home pregnancy tests, but theyre not often explained in the test instructions.
This line may not beexactlythe same.
After that, the next step is to check with a healthcare provider to schedule an in-office appointment.
They can confirm pregnancy viaultrasoundorblood test, if needed, during this visit.
If you’re unsure about the results, test again the next day.
After that, call a healthcare provider if you need more help getting an accurate reading.
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