If you get pregnant a week before your period is supposed to come and are two days late but spotted when will it show up on test?

If you had unprotected sex a week before your period was due and experienced spotting two days after your missed period, it's possible you could be pregnant. However, spotting can occur for various reasons, not necessarily indicating pregnancy. To determine if you are pregnant, it's recommended to take a pregnancy test.

Home pregnancy tests work by detecting the presence of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in your urine. hCG is a hormone produced by the embryo after implantation. However, it takes time for hCG levels to rise sufficiently in your urine to be detectable by a pregnancy test.

The accuracy of pregnancy tests depends on several factors, including the sensitivity of the test and the time of testing in relation to ovulation and implantation. If you tested too early after conception or before your missed period, the hCG levels might not have reached detectable levels yet, leading to a false-negative result.

To ensure accurate results, it's generally recommended to wait until at least a week after your missed period or 21 days after ovulation (if you know when you ovulated) to take a pregnancy test. However, some sensitive pregnancy tests can detect hCG earlier than this, as early as 10-12 days after ovulation or a few days before your expected period.

If you obtain a negative result but still have concerns or symptoms of pregnancy, it's advisable to wait a few days and retest, especially if your period is still delayed. Alternatively, you can visit your healthcare provider for a blood test, which can detect lower levels of hCG and confirm pregnancy earlier compared to urine tests.

Remember that spotting can have other causes unrelated to pregnancy, such as hormonal imbalances or premenstrual symptoms. If you have any doubts, it's best to consult with a healthcare professional for guidance and to discuss any concerns you may have.