Having a pregnancy test at Centre 33

Centre 33 offers free and confidential pregnancy testing.

When can the test be done?
If you are worried that you may be pregnant, it is best to do a test as soon as possible.

• The test is done once your period is late. It will not be reliable if done earlier.
• If you don't know when your period is due then the test can be done three weeks after you have had unprotected sex. 
• If you have had unprotected sex and then had a period which was very light, it would be a good idea to have a test.
• You can have a test whenever Centre 33 is open, so long as a female member of staff is available.

What happens when I come for a test?

• Pregnancy tests are always done in a private room away from the main reception area.
• You will be asked to produce a small urine sample.
• A trained female information worker will do the test for you
• You will know the result in five minutes.
• If you want, we can also give you information about contraception options and sexually transmitted infections. 

Getting the result

If your test is negative:

• If your period still doesn't arrive you can come back and have a test a week later.
• Your period may be late due to other reasons so if it does not arrive and you have had two negative tests you should see your doctor.

If your test is positive:

• You will be offered information about your options.
• We can make you appointments at other services you need.
• If you are upset or confused, we can arrange for you to have a counselling appointment, although it may not be immediate.