Ketamine and pregnancy tests. Be wary.

[dylaninthemovies]

Not sure if this should have it's own thread but I think it's important.

It seems that ketamine effects the levels of hcg in the urine, creating a false negative pregnancy test result in women who are pregnant.
I know of 6 women who's pregnancies could only be confirmed by blood tests.

 

[oar9fi]

This is good information to share. As for a study being done, I don't think any researcher would ever do this (with humans) in case there were any problems caused to the baby. Even if there was a problem caused by something else, surely it would be blamed on the ketamine & a lawsuit would ensue. Hell, in some US states the Dr. can even be charged with child abuse! Also some places doctors are required by law to report any drug use by a pregnant woman to Child Protection Services. Animal studies would be a different story, but the results may or may not apply to humans.

Possibly a survey type study could be done, although many women might deny using drugs early in pregnancy. Anecdotal evidence is likely the best way to spread this type of info, as you have done here. Best of luck to you!