How to use pregnancy test stick correctly
In order to determine whether they are pregnant, more and more women are choosing to use pregnancy tests for self-testing. However, improper use of pregnancy tests can lead to inaccurate test results, causing distress and anxiety to users. So how to use a pregnancy test stick correctly? The following will elaborate on the four aspects of cleaning, sampling, testing and interpretation.
Cleaning
Before using a pregnancy test stick, make sure your hands are clean to avoid hand bacteria and dirt contaminating the sample. Secondly, make sure that the packaging of the pregnancy test stick is intact and not damaged. Before opening the package, you can check whether there are any seemingly normal pregnancy lines to avoid incorrect results caused by improper pasting. Some pregnancy tests require the use of a urine cup for sampling. At this time, you need to ensure that the urine cup is also clean.
Sampling
The core of testing with a pregnancy test is the sampling process. First, collect urine so that the area in contact with the test paper is completely soaked. During the urine collection process, attention should be paid to collecting the initial urine so that the highest detection sensitivity can be obtained. Do not collect too much or too little urine as this will affect test accuracy. After the collection is completed, insert the test strip into the urine promptly and wait according to the instructions.
Test
The testing process is all about waiting time. Different pregnancy test sticks have different waiting times. You can follow the instructions for the specific time. Remember, do not move the test strip or tilt the container after the waiting time is up, as this may affect the accuracy of the results. Finally, if the waiting time has elapsed, the test results may need to be read.
Interpretation
Before the test results come out, you should be mentally prepared. Tilt the test wand downward to expose the serology area, where the results can be viewed. If a cross of different shades appears on the wand, the test is positive, indicating pregnancy. But remember, do not intervene, do not increase or decrease the test time, and do not reuse the test strips. At this time, if you have any doubts, you can go to the hospital or clinic for further examination.
So far, the correct method of using the pregnancy test stick has been introduced. Proper use can ensure the accuracy of test results, help you better understand your physical condition, and decide what steps to take next.
