First Response - Early Result Pregnancy Test - Results in 3min - Over 99% accurate - 1 Test

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Pregnancy tests detect the pregnancy hormone, human chorionic gonadotropin hormone (hCG), in your urine. This hormone starts to be produced around six days after fertilisation. Digital pregnancy tests: These tests tend to be the easiest to to use and read, since they clearly display your results in words (i.e. “pregnant” or “not pregnant”), leaving little room for error. The downside? Digital tests tend to be more expensive. The accuracy of the test becomes 99 percent once you have passed the day of your missed period,” Dr. Roelands explains. While some tests say they can work as early as 10 days after unprotected sex, the results aren't very reliable and may not be accurate. "It is better to wait so you do not get discouraged about the results," says Dr. Roelands.

In laboratory testing, the FIRST RESPONSE™ Early Result Pregnancy Test detected the pregnancy hormone levels in 76% of pregnant women, 5 days before their expected period; in 96% of pregnant women, 4 days before their expected period; in >99% of pregnant women, 3 days before their expected period; in >99% of pregnant women, 2 days before their expected period; in >99% of pregnant women, 1 day before their expected period; and in >99% of pregnant women, on the day of their expected period. This test from First Response is our top choice because it delivers reliable, easy-to-read results up to six days before a missed period. In three minutes' time, you'll get the confirmed read you need, so you don’t have to sit around wondering. Data shows that the First Response Early Result manual test’s findings are especially accurate because it can detect all forms of the different types of hCG (the pregnancy hormone) found in urine. Studies show that First Response tests are able to detect hCG in 76 percent of users five cycle days before their expected period and detect 100 percent of the hormone on the day of the missed period. The first few weeks of pregnancy are critical to fetal development, so early prenatal care is important for a healthy birth weight and the baby’s survival. The sooner you know you’re pregnant, the sooner you can begin making healthy pregnancy choices for yourself and your baby that include: diet, nutrition and limiting your exposure to hazards. Home pregnancy tests say they're up to or even over 99 percent accurate, however, as The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center notes, these results are based on lab testing results and assume that women are testing at the right time, following every instruction carefully, and interpreting the results flawlessly. In laboratory testing, the FIRST RESPONSE Gold™ Digital Pregnancy Test detected the pregnancy hormone levels in 60% of pregnant women, 5 days before their expected period: in 86% of pregnant women, 4 days before their expected period; in 96% of pregnant women, 3 days before their expected period; in >99% of pregnant women, 2 days before their expected period; in >99% of pregnant women, 1 day before their expected period; and in >99% of pregnant women, on the day of their expected period.First Response and Modern Fertility can both detect pregnancy up to 6 days before your missed period. However, it’s important to note that the accuracy isn’t as high. It’s still ideal to test after your missed period for the best results. Most at-home pregnancy tests can be up to 99 percent accurate on the day of a missed period. Which week in my cycle should I take a pregnancy test?

Many women refer to the ‘two-week wait’ - the period between ovulation and (ideally) a missed period, after which the hormone is likely to be present if you are expecting. Is a blue or pink dye pregnancy test better? According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), pregnant women with a regular 28-day cycle show detectable levels of HCG in urine 12-15 days after ovulation (which means about the time your period is due, since ovulation occurs about halfway through a 28-day cycle). Some tests may have different instructions or wait times, so it’s important to follow the directions exactly to make sure you get the most accurate reading. This is especially important when it comes to interpreting the result. For example, you always want to read your results within the window specified in the instructions. "As the paper and urine sample dry, the lines tend to smear and people can think they are pregnant," says Jennifer Roelands, M.D., OB/GYN and the founder of Well Woman MD in Yorba Linda, California. Types of pregnancy tests This pregnancy test is also compatible with the free EasyRead app for further confirmation of your results. And speaking of the results, with the First Response Early Result pregnancy test having over 99 percent accuracy, the brand has garnered something like a cult following of women who have returned with each new believed conception.Digital or line results? - Most home pregnancy tests will display a second line (either a cross or a line in the test area) if hCG is detected. Some more expensive pregnancy tests have a digital display to indicate whether you are pregnant or not. The Clearblue Pregnancy Test With Weeks Indicator even estimates how many weeks along you are. Depending on your plans for your pregnancy you will need to take different routes. If a positive test is good news you need to book an appointment with a midwife between 8-10 weeks going by your LMP (last menstrual period). If you’re not sure you can simply self refer to your local midwifery services or call your GP for further information. Overall, what you should look for in a pregnancy test comes down to a few factors, according to the experts. “Three things: ease of use, clarity, and reliability. An over-the-counter test kit should be easy to use; it should be easy to handle, the instructions should be clear, and the results should be visible,” says Dr. Langdon. “Choose a reputable brand. Choose ones that have been on the market for a while. A reliable pregnancy test kit will give you the certainty you need, so don’t skimp on this one,” she advises.

If you’re not sure when your next period is due, aim to test at least 21 days after you last had unprotected sex. What other kinds of pregnancy tests are there?The best time to take a pregnancy test is anytime your period is late or [you] have missed your period,” says Dr. Swarup. The ideal time of the day to take your pregnancy test is in the morning, when the pregnancy hormone, hCG, is at its highest concentration, and a test can detect it more easily. First and foremost give yourself a minute,' says Marie Louise. 'This may seem obvious but regardless of whether this is a planned pregnancy or not, you need to take a breath and process your news. It’s okay to feel a very wide range of emotions and flitter between them.