Illustration of the three-line pregnancy test stick, how to use it correctly?
When women are preparing for pregnancy or have concerns about pregnancy, pregnancy test sticks have become the first choice for many people. The so-called three-line pregnancy test stick refers to the most common type of pregnancy test stick, and the result uses three lines to determine whether you are pregnant. However, for first-time users, it is not easy to use the pregnancy test stick correctly. The following is a detailed introduction from four aspects: preparation before use, correct use method, result judgment, and precautions.
1. Preparation before use
1. Purchase products from formal channels to ensure quality and safety.
2. Select the detection time. Pregnancy test results may not be accurate within a week after conception, especially if the test is performed during ovulation, false negative results are likely to occur. It is recommended to delay the test for seven days before taking the test.
3. Familiarize yourself with the instruction manual before use and use it correctly according to the steps in the instruction manual. In addition, pregnancy tests also have a limited shelf life, and expired products may affect test results.
2. Correct usage
1. First, take out the pregnancy test stick and open the envelope.
2. Then aim the test paper into the urine stream or collected urine and soak it for 5 to 10 seconds. In this process, you need to be careful not to soak the non-test paper part in the urine.
3. Place the pregnancy test stick flat on a horizontal surface and wait for about 5 minutes to read the result. To prevent contamination during this period, do not touch the test strip part.
3. Result Judgment
1. The probability of result error is within 5%. If one short line and one long line, or even two long lines, are detected, it is clearly judged as pregnancy, which means \”three lines\” appear on the pregnancy test stick.
2. If there is only one short line, it is judged as non-pregnancy, which means \”two lines\” appear on the pregnancy test stick.
3. There are also some special pregnancy test sticks. At this time, you need to judge which one is stronger according to the parameters in the instructions. If it is \”T\”, it means you may be pregnant; if it is \”C\”, it means you are not pregnant. Positive reaction.
4. Things to note
1. First of all, pay attention to personal hygiene, clean your hands and the urinal, and keep the basin dry when collecting urine.
2. Try not to drink too much water before taking a pregnancy test to avoid dilution.
3. Try to stay as comfortable as possible during the pregnancy test and try to eliminate tension and doubts.
The three-line pregnancy test stick is a convenient choice for many women. It is simple and convenient to use and the price is affordable. However, improper use or failure to read the instructions carefully will also affect the accuracy of the final results. It is recommended to conduct popular science inquiries before use so that you can better understand and use it correctly.
