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1. How soon after I suspect that l am pregnant can I take the test?
You can test your urine as early as the first day you miss your period. You can perform the test any time of the day; however, if you are pregnant, first morning urine contains the most pregnancy hormone.
2. Do I have to test with first morning urine?
Although you can test any time of the day your first morning urine specimen is usually the most concentrated of the day and would have the most hCG in it.
3. Which factors may affect the test result?
Drugs which contain hCG (such as Pregnyl. Profasi. Pergonal, APL) can give a false positive result.
Alcohol, oral contraceptives, painkillers, antibiotics or hormone therapies that do not contain hCG should not affect the test result.
4. Does a positive result mean anything other than normal pregnancy if it shows that I am pregnant?
Yes, there are other medical conditions or medications that can cause positive results. Consult your physician for any positive pregnancy result.
5. How do l know that the test was run properly?
The appearance of a red Iine in the control window (C) tells you that you followed the test procedure properly and the proper amount of urine was absorbed.
6. What should I do if the result shows that l am not pregnant?
hCG concentrations vary greatly in early pregnancy. If you do not start your period within a week of its due date, repeat the test with a new test. If you receive the same result after repeating the test and you still do not get your period, you should see your doctor.
1. Can the HEAL-CHECK® Ovulation Test be used to avoid pregnancy?
No, the test should not be used as a form of birth control.
2. Do alcohol or common medications affect the test?
No, but a physician should be consulted if taking any hormonal medication. Also, recent oral contraceptive use, breastfeeding or pregnancy could affect the results.
3. How long will the lines remain visible?
The test should be read at 10 minutes for best results. A positive (Surge) result will never disappear. The colored line(s) may become darker and a tinted background may appear after several hours, Some negative results may later display a faint second color line because of evaporation from the test line region, which prevents complete migration of the test chemicals. Therefore, do not read the result after 10 minutes and discard the test after reading the test.
4. Once a positive result is obtained, when is the best time to have intercourse?
Ovulation is likely to occur within 24-36 hours. This is the most fertile time, Sexual intercourse within this time frame is advised.
5. Does this test replace the basal body temperature method (BBT)?
The shift in basal body temperature primarily indicates that ovulation has already occurred. The HEAL-CHECK® Ovulation Test indicates that ovulation is about to occur.
6. Does a positive result guarantee a pregnancy after intercourse within the fertile days?
There are many factors that can affect the ability to become pregnant. Often it may be necessary to use the test kit for 34 months before achieving pregnancy. A physician should be consulted if pregnancy is not achieved after 3-4 months.
1.What type of test are these?
They are qualitative tests — you find out if a particular drug may be in the urine, but not how much is present.
2.When should you do these tests?
You should use these tests when you think someone might be abusing prescription or illegal drugs. If you are worried about a specific drug, make sure to check the label to confirm that this test is designed to detect the drug you are looking for.
3.How accurate are these tests?
“The at-home durg testing part of this test is fairly sensitive to the presence of drugs in the urine. This means that if drugs are present, you will usually get a preliminary (or presumptive) positive test result. If you get a preliminary positive result, you should send the urine sample to the laboratory for a second test.
It is very important to send the urine sample to the laboratory to confirm a positive at-home result because certain foods, food supplements, beverages, or medicines can affect the results of at-home tests. Laboratory tests are the most reliable way to confirm drugs of abuse.”
4.What are the factors that affect the accuracy of this durg test?
“Many things can affect the accuracy of these drug tests, including (but not limited to):
▪the way you did the test
▪the way you stored the test or urine
what the person ate or drank before taking the test
▪any other prescription or over-the-counter drugs the person may have taken before the test
Note that a result showing the presence of an amphetamine should be considered carefully, even when this result is confirmed in the laboratory testing. Some over-the-counter medications will produce the same test results as illegally-abused amphetamines.”
1.Can the fentanyl test strips be used on different types of samples?
Yes, fentanyl test strips can be used on various types of samples such as pills, powders, and residue. They are designed to work with different forms of substances where fentanyl or its analogues may be present.
2.How long does it take for a fentanyl test strip to show results?
Generally, fentanyl test strips can show results within a few minutes. This quick turnaround time is important for making timely decisions regarding safety or further actions.
3.Are fentanyl test strips reusable?
No, fentanyl test strips are single – use items. Once a test has been performed, the strip should be disposed of properly.
4.Do fentanyl test strips require any special storage conditions?
Fentanyl test strips usually need to be stored in a cool, dry place. Extreme temperatures or high humidity may affect their performance, so following the manufacturer’s storage instructions is crucial.