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The Estimated Conception Date Calculator determines the approximate date of conception based on the estimated due date (EDD). This calculation helps establish the timeline of pregnancy and fetal development.
The calculator uses the standard formula:
Where:
Explanation: This calculation assumes a standard 266-day gestation period from conception to estimated due date, which corresponds to 38 weeks of gestation.
Details: Knowing the estimated conception date is important for tracking fetal development, determining gestational age, and understanding the pregnancy timeline. It also helps in prenatal care planning and developmental milestone tracking.
Tips: Enter your estimated due date (EDD) as provided by your healthcare provider. The calculator will automatically compute the estimated conception date by subtracting 266 days from the EDD.
Q1: Why 266 days specifically?
A: 266 days represents the standard gestation period from conception to due date, which equals 38 weeks of pregnancy.
Q2: How accurate is this calculation?
A: This provides an estimate. Actual conception dates can vary due to individual differences in menstrual cycles and ovulation timing.
Q3: What if I know my last menstrual period (LMP) instead of EDD?
A: Conception typically occurs about 14 days after the first day of your last menstrual period in a regular 28-day cycle.
Q4: Can conception date be precisely determined?
A: Without precise ovulation tracking, conception date is always an estimate. Ultrasound measurements in early pregnancy can provide more accurate dating.
Q5: Why is there a difference between gestational age and conception age?
A: Gestational age is calculated from the first day of the last menstrual period (typically 2 weeks before conception), while conception age starts from actual fertilization.