Confirming pregnancy is the first and most important step before seeking an abortion. Accurate testing ensures that women receive safe, timely, and effective care. At Women for Women Kenya, we provide confidential pregnancy testing, gestational age assessment, and counselling to support your reproductive health.
What Are Pregnancy Tests?
Pregnancy tests detect hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin), a hormone produced after implantation. The hormone appears in:
- Urine – detected by home or clinic tests
- Blood – detected by laboratory tests
Testing helps confirm pregnancy and provides critical information for planning safe abortion care.
Types of Pregnancy Tests
1. Urine Pregnancy Tests
Urine tests are common and widely available. They include:
A. Home Test Strips
- Affordable and easy to use
- Provide results in minutes
- 97–99% accurate after a missed period
- Useful for early confirmation before visiting a clinic
B. Midstream/Stick Tests
- Pee directly on the stick
- Easy-to-read result window
- Convenient and hygienic
C. Digital Tests
- Show “Pregnant” or “Not Pregnant”
- Some estimate weeks of pregnancy
- Slightly more expensive but easy to interpret
Note: Testing too early can give a false negative. Follow-up at a clinic is recommended if pregnancy is suspected.
2. Blood Pregnancy Tests
Blood tests are more sensitive and can detect pregnancy earlier than urine tests.
A. Qualitative hCG Test
- Confirms if you are pregnant (Yes/No)
- Useful if urine tests are inconclusive
B. Quantitative (Beta-hCG) Test
- Measures exact hCG levels
- Detects pregnancy very early
- Helps estimate gestational age
- Critical in determining if a medical abortion is safe
- Used to rule out ectopic pregnancies
Why Accurate Testing Matters Before Abortion
- Confirms you are actually pregnant
- Determines gestational age for safe abortion method choice
- Detects possible ectopic pregnancy, which is life-threatening if untreated
- Helps medical providers plan appropriate abortion care safely
At Women for Women Kenya, our team ensures accurate testing and professional guidance every step of the way.
When Should You Take a Pregnancy Test?
- 1 week after a missed period for home tests
- 10–14 days after unprotected sex for clinic blood tests
- If symptoms like missed periods, nausea, or breast tenderness appear
Early testing allows for timely abortion care, especially if opting for a medical abortion.
Where to Get Reliable Pregnancy Testing in Kenya
Women for Women Kenya provides:
- Accurate urine and blood pregnancy tests
- Gestational age assessment for safe abortion care
- Counselling and support on abortion options
- Discreet, confidential, and professional services
Contact Women for Women Kenya
If you think you might be pregnant and are considering abortion, don’t wait. Timely testing and care are crucial.
Contact Women for Women Kenya
📞 Call/WhatsApp: 0700 811 528
🌐 Website: womenforwomenkenya.com
✉ Email: kenyawomenforwomen@gmail.com
