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Fertility Glossary

Two-week wait

The interval between transfer or insemination and the pregnancy test.

IVF & IUI

The wait is usually nine to 14 days. Progesterone can cause sore breasts, tiredness and mild cramping, so symptoms do not distinguish pregnancy from medication. Early home testing can mislead, especially after an hCG trigger; the clinic's blood test is the reliable answer.

Also known as: 2WW, TWW, waiting for the test

Related Canada guides

Sources

  • Canadian Fertility and Andrology Society (CFAS)

Last reviewed: September 9, 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only โ€” always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

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