Value Midstream Pack (15 Ovulation & 5 Pregnancy)

FAQ

Here’s our list of most frequently asked questions. If your question is not listed or you need further clarification, please contact us directly.

MIDSTREAM OVULATION TEST FAQS

How many mIU/L?

The BFP ovulation tests are testing at the 30 miu level.

When should I start testing?

This is different for everyone, and is dependent on your cycle length. Please use graphic above (and included in the instructions) to determine the cycle day you should begin to test.

What time of day should I test?

You will want to test between the hours of 10am and 8pm.

How do I know the test is working?

You can confirm that the test is working accurately if you receive a valid control line. A test without a control line would be an invalid test, and should be discarded.

Is there an expiration date for these tests?

The expiration on our tests are approximately eighteen months.

How is this test different from the test strip format?

The only differences between these tests is how you use them. For the test strip format, you will collect a urine sample and then dip the test into that collected sample. For the midstream format, you will hold the test midstream while urinating. Otherwise, the tests have the same accuracy and sensitivity.

Will FMU cause a false positive?

We do not recommend you use first morning urine as it may cause an invalid result.

My test line is visible but not equal to the control line. Is this a positive?

A positive result is EQUAL TO or DARKER THAN the control line. If you see a result at the test line that is NOT at minimum EQUAL TO the control line, we encourage that you continue testing.

My test is positive, when should I ovulate?

Once you receive a positive, we recommend that you consider yourself in a fertile window and plan intercourse. It is likely that ovulation will take place in the next 24-48 hours.

My test line became positive after the testing time frame, is that a positive?

A positive test result will not change after the testing time frame. However, a negative test result should not be read after 30 minutes. If you are unclear, we recommend that you retest after limiting your liquid intake for 2 hours.

Can I use this test to determine pregnancy?

No, you can not. We encourage that you use our BFP Pregnancy Tests to determine if you have conceived.

My test result is negative – but my other tracking tools show that I am fertile. What’s happening?

To help cover your fertile window, we recommend that you plan intercourse anytime you have a fertile indicator on a tracking tool (like saliva monitoring, cervical fluid, cervix position, etc). Because an ovulation test is urine based and can be subject to dilution, it may not be your first positive sign that you are moving into your fertile window.

I have had multiple days of positives. Why is that?

This is completely normal. You will see a positive result anytime your urine sample has an LH level of 30 miu (the testing level) or more. To not confuse your fertile window, we do not recommend that you continue to test after receiving your first positive result. A positive result indicates that your LH is surging and you are likely to ovulate in 24-48 hours.

Are the midstream tests reusable or do I need to use 1 per day while testing?

The BFP midstream test is a one time use only.

Can you use this ovulation kit on women with irregular cycles as well?

Yes, women with irregular cycles can use these ovulation tests as well, however, they may end up using more tests in one cycle than women with regular cycles.

Is it better to do an ovulation test twice per day as opposed to just once?

The BFP Ovulation Test instructions call for testing once per day; however, some people do elect to test twice per day given that the LH surge can be brief, and factors like urine dilution can impact testing results.

If you elect to test twice per day, try to test at the same times each day (i.e. once in late morning and once in early evening).

MIDSTREAM PREGNANCY TEST FAQS

How many mIU/L?

The BFP pregnancy tests are testing at the 20 miu level.

How early can I test?

You can begin testing as early as 7 days post ovulation.

What time of day should I test?

You will want to use your first morning urine to test – as this is your most concentrated sample.

How do I know the test is working?

You can confirm that the test is working accurately if you receive a valid control line. A test without a control line would be an invalid test, and should be discarded.

Is there an expiration date for these tests?

The expiration on our tests are approximately eighteen months.

How is this test different from the test strip format?

The only differences between these tests is how you use them. For the test strip format, you will collect a urine sample and then dip the test into that collected sample. For the midstream format, you will hold the test midstream while urinating. Otherwise, the tests have the same accuracy and sensitivity.

My test line is faint but visible. Is this a positive?

Yes, any test line that is visible to the naked eye (at the testing time frame) is considered to be a positive test result.

My test line became positive after the testing time frame, is that a positive?

A positive test result will not change after the testing time frame. However, a negative test result should not be read after 30 minutes. If you are unclear, we recommend that you retest with the next day’s first morning urine to confirm results.

Is it normal to get a positive with these, but still get negative’s with other pregnancy tests? I’m assuming it’s because these are really sensitive?

Yes, pregnancy tests may have a different sensitivity. You’d want to compare that on each test!

My blood test is positive, but the results on the pregnancy test are negative. Should I be concerned?

Blood test results and urine test results should not be compared. HCG will hit the blood stream earlier than urine and isn’t subject to dilution. As such, a blood test done by your physician is a more accurate test.

I have missed my period, but test result is still negative. What could be happening?

Unfortunately, there are a variety of reasons why your period could be delayed-stress, sickness, etc. If your period does not start within a week, repeat the test. If you still receive a negative result and your period has not started, you may want to follow up with your physician.