How do our ovulation midstream tests work?

Ovulation is when an egg is released from one of the ovaries every other month. The mature egg passes through the fallopian tube, and fertilisation can occur when it meets with sperm. However, pregnancy only occurs when the egg is fertilised within 24 hours of its release. 

Right before ovulation starts, the body produces high quantities of luteinising hormone, which causes a process known as LH surge—the high amounts of luteinising hormone trigger the release of an egg from the ovary. Our ovulation test kits detect the LH spike in urine, indicating that ovulation will occur within 12 to 36 hours. Using our ovulation midstream test, you can identify the LH surge on time and plan your sex schedule appropriately.

Why choose our ovulation predictors?

Fertility2family ovulation midstream tests are reliable, and the quality is assured. This means that what you will get after the test will be 99% accurate, provided you follow the instructions. Besides, the ovulation tests are cheap, meaning you won’t have to spend a fortune to increase your pregnancy chances. We provide simple instructions to ensure anyone can use our ovulation midstream tests.

Another thing you will notice about our ovulation midstream test is that they are not messy, and you won’t need to use a urine collection cup. All you have to do is expose the absorbent end of the strip to your urine stream for some seconds and wait for the results.

When is the best time to use ovulation tests?

Before you start testing, it’s important to understand your menstrual cycle chart. This will ensure you push around the right time for ovulation to avoid using all your midstream tests within a month. Usually, an average menstrual cycle (from the first day of the menstrual bleeding to the last day before the next period) is 28 days. Since ovulation occurs halfway through the menstrual cycle on the 14th day, you should start testing three to four days before the expected ovulation date. If you have an irregular menstrual cycle, you must use the shortest cycle length for the testing.

How do you use a midstream ovulation test?

Following the instructions carefully is the key to getting reliable and accurate results each time you use our midstream ovulation tests. You also need to identify the best time of the day to do the test, preferably between 10 am-8 pm, when the levels of the luteinising hormone are the highest. Make sure you test simultaneously every day until you get a positive result. 

Fertility2Family ovulation tests are easy to use, and this is why they have been rated the best ovulation tests in Australia for three years running by product reviews.

Here are some instructions to follow:

• Remove your midstream ovulation test kit from the sealed pouch. 
• Pull out the cap to reveal the absorbent tip, and make sure you do not touch it.
• Hold the stick with the absorbent end facing downwards and place it on a urine stream until the tip is wet.
• Recap the test device, and put it on a flat, dry surface. Ensure the window faces up so you can read the results.
  

How to interpret ovulation test results

Once you place the ovulation testing device on a flat surface after urinating, you will see a coloured solution moving across the window before forming a line or two. Positive results are usually observed within 40 seconds, but if you notice a negative result, you must wait 10 minutes to complete the reaction successfully.

To determine the results, you must compare the colour intensity of the lines that will appear (control and test lines). A negative or no LH surge result occurs when you only see one line on the window or the test line appears lighter than the control line. A positive or LH surge result will happen if you see two lines and the test line is darker or equal to the control line. This means you will ovulate within 12 to 48 hours. If the control line does not appear, the test is invalid, or there wasn’t enough specimen (urine) to complete the test. Consider repeating the test with a new device to get reliable results.

How do pregnancy midstream tests work?

This fertility kit also comes with midstream pregnancy tests to help you check if you are pregnant when you start experiencing early pregnancy symptoms or miss your periods. The midstream tests are sensitive to 10mIU and can provide accurate results. All you have to do is know when and how to test and verify whether you are pregnant.

Our Australian midstream pregnancy test kits are designed to detect the presence of hCG hormone in your urine. Usually, the concentration of human chorionic gonadotropin in a pregnant woman increases after conception. Before one is pregnant, the levels will be about 5mIU, but after pregnancy, they rise to over 10mIU. Our Midstream tests are sensitive to 10mIU, meaning they can detect pregnancy earlier than the other product you find in the Australian market today.

What is the best time to conduct the pregnancy test?

Generally, we recommend waiting about three weeks or 21 days after unprotected sex to check for pregnancy. You may also take the test a day after missing your period.

Most women ovulate 14 to 15 days after their menstrual bleeding. If you check for an LH surge and get a positive result, then have unprotected sex; there is a high probability that the egg will be fertilised. Once fertilises an egg, implantation will occur within 6 to 12 days, and the body will start producing the hCG hormones. For this reason, we recommend taking your pregnancy test during the recommended time. This will allow your body to produce enough HCG hormones so the midstream test can detect them.

Make sure you do your test early in the morning using the first urine specimen you collect. This is especially important if you are testing a pregnancy before you miss your periods or during the early days of your pregnancy.

Steps to take when testing

The first thing you need to do before testing is to check the expiry date of the test to ensure the results you get are reliable. All our products can last for over 20 months, so you can be sure they will be valid when you’re ready to check if you are pregnant.

The next thing is to read the instructions carefully before taking the test. Remember that the instructions vary from product to product, so do not ignore this step.

If you’re ready to test, remove the cap from your Midstream test device and place it under the urine stream. Ensure there is absorbent and enough specimen, then lay the test kit on a flat surface. You should start seeing the coloured solution on the test window. 

If you see two lines, it means you are pregnant and should see a doctor as soon as possible so you can plan how to have a healthy pregnancy. You are likely not pregnant or tested too early if you only see one line. In this case, you might need to take another test after a few days.

At Fertility2family, we ensure your conception process is as easy as possible. Therefore, consider buying this package that contains 30 ovulation tests and five pregnancy tests today and enjoy the convenience of planning your pregnancy effectively from home.

You can always purchase other products like the lubricant and basal thermometer. We provide a wide range of fertility products and packages designed to meet the varying needs of our customers, and you can benefit too.