How early can a doctor detect pregnancy?

In our times, we didn't have these quick tests, we just went to the family doctor after missing two periods. Nowadays, doctors can easily confirm it with a simple blood test within a week of missed dates. Don't worry, child, things are very fast and safe now.

Blood tests at a local clinic cost around 400 to 800 rupees and can detect pregnancy within 10 days of conception. But if you want to avoid extra hospital visit costs, just wait a week and do a standard 50-rupee home urine kit, which is just as accurate once the period is missed.

Our elders could sometimes tell just by looking at a woman's face and eyes, but nowadays science is very advanced. A doctor can tell you through a blood checkup very early. Until then, keep the daughter-in-law happy, feed her fresh homemade fruits, and avoid outside food.

While blood tests can detect the hCG hormone about 10 days after ovulation, doctors usually prefer to do an ultrasound scan around the 6th or 7th week to confirm a healthy gestational sac. Consulting your OB-GYN is always the most reliable way to plan your next steps.