Online Pregnancy Tests

The main use of online pregnancy tests is to obtain quick visual, qualitative results for early detection of pregnancy hCG (human Chorionic Gonadotropin) hormone in urine samples. Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG) is a glycoprotein hormone secreted by the developing placenta shortly after egg fertilization. hCG can be detected in the urine of a pregnant women as early as 6 to 15 days after conception. Online pregnancy tests are designed to help you in getting easily to know whether there is possibility of pregnancy or not.

Specimen collection for online pregnancy tests

For online pregnancy tests, clear instructions for specimen collections are made, as the authenticity of the specimen is the key to success of online pregnancy tests.

1. Get a clean plastic or glass container to collect a urine sample.
2. Even though any urine sample is appropriate for hCG testing; however, the first morning urine is optimal.
3. Specimen should be allowed to settle for 5 minutes and reach room temperature before testing.

Warnings and precautions to successfully conduct online pregnancy tests

Online pregnancy tests are designed with varied degree and some of them are for professional use, while the other can be tried at home. However, the procedure and the precautions for these tests are same and should be properly addressed. Some of them are listed below:

1. Keep the apparatus and samples away from children and prolonged exposure to extreme storage conditions.
2. Some tests are designed for single in vitro diagnostic use only.
3. Do not use test kit beyond the expire date printed on package. The test can become faulty after that.
4. Test results may vary for different individuals. So you should not try to match it with other people.
5. It is better to confirm all test results with a qualified specialist.