Every day, many women around the women take
a pregnancy test at home to confirm their pregnancies. But there are many who
are unaware of the workings of these home pregnancy tests and thus, end up
making mistakes while taking them. One needs to be aware of how these home
based pregnancy tests work to take them correctly and in the right way.
What
Is A Home Pregnancy Test?
Home pregnancy tests predict pregnancy by
measuring the presence of HCG (human chorionic gonadotrophin) in your urine.
This hormone is secreted when the fertilized egg implants itself in the uterus
by cells which further on form the placenta. The level of hormones builds up
rapidly following the implantation and peak around 60th and 90th
days of the pregnancy.
In case your test shows a negative result,
there may still be a possibility of your pregnant. The negative result may be
due to the fact that your HCG levels may not yet have reached the level of
detection.
How
To Use The Test?
For most of the tests, you can check at any
time and even as early as the first day of your missed period. However, testing
this early may also give wriong results as the HCG levels may not yet have
reached the level of detection. Also, it is more advisable to use these tests first
thing in the morning as this is the time HCG levels are at their all time high.
It is also advised by many experts to avoid drinking too many fluids before
taking the test as this may dilute the urine and change the test results. There
are many different types of drugs and medications too that can corrupt the
results of home pregnancy tests.
One of the main things that one needs to
take care of is to read the instructions carefully. Different brands have
different usage methods. Some require you to pass urine in a container and then
analyze it through a dropper, while others require you to urinate directly on
the stick. However, the fundamental on which they all are based remains the
same, measurement of HCG levels in your body.
Accuracy
Of The Tests
Most of these results are said to be 97%
accurate. However, there may happen some mistake or any other problem with the
test. This is why most of the pregnancy test kits available in the market come
with two tests. However, there are some specifications that need to be taken
care of to ensure accuracy of results.
Testing too early, not following the instructions mentioned on the kit
to the letter, waiting too long to read the results, and various other
considerations are just a few of the things you need to kind in mind while
taking the test. Also, it is better to allow your missed period to wait for a
few days, in case of you having irregular periods, to ensure the credibility of
tests. Testing too early may also be a cause of inaccurate test results.
After taking these tests, one has to wait
at least five minutes to see the result, these five minutes are considered to
be longest five minutes of a woman’s life. You can purchase these home pregnancy tests
from any pharmacist in your neighbourhood. These are easy to use, inexpensive,
and require just a restroom where you can perform them. However, what is
important is to consult a doctor in case it shows a positive result for a
further confirmation and your future plan of action. You need to follow a
complete diet plan and change your lifestyle accordingly for your coming baby.
After all, he or she is the one who is most important in this whole scenario.
Summary
While taking home pregnancy tests, one
should follow the instructions mentioned on the kit properly and if positive,
the expecting mother should consult a doctor immediately.
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