Product Description
FSH (follicle stimulating hormone) Test Strips are designed help you diagnose infertility and alert you to issues associated with low egg count and menopause. FSH tests help women diagnose infertility issues by indicating elevated levels of the hormone FSH (follicle stimulating hormone).
FSH is the hormone involved in producing eggs. If a woman experiences infertility or approaches menopause, it could be a sign of a low ovarian egg supply - and this is indicated by higher levels of FSH. With some infertility issues, the FSH hormone is released in higher-than-normal amounts to stimulate the ovaries into producing a mature egg and increased estrogen.
FSH tests are designed for women in cases where elevated levels of FSH may be associated with infertility and/or the onset of menopause. Women experiencing infertility, recently missed periods, ovulatory irregularity, or hot flushes can use FSH tests to find out if these symptoms are the result of elevated FSH levels. A follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) test may be done to help find the reason for a couple's inability to become pregnant (infertility). FSH tests are commonly used to evaluate a woman's egg supply (ovarian reserve) if she is infertile and assist in assessing menstrual problems, including irregular or absent menstrual periods.
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Pack of 3 FSH Tests
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£5.95
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In Stock
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Zoom Baby FSH Test Kits - FAQ
1. What is FSH?
2. What do FSH tests do?
3. Are FSH levels and menopause related?
4. Important considerations
1. What is FSH?
FSH is responsible for stimulating ovulation during your monthly cycle. FSH rises each month in order to encourage egg follicles to be released from the ovaries and travel through the fallopian tubes for fertilization. As FSH rises, levels of estrogen will drop. Once the egg has been released, your body recognizes the need to either prepare for pregnancy or produce a period, causing estrogen levels to rise and FSH levels to drop.
2. What do FSH test do?
FSH tests measure levels of a hormone called follicle stimulating hormone that is present in your body. FSH tests can tell you if your FSH levels are particularly high. A high level of FSH may indicate that your body is trying to stimulate ovulation but isn't getting anywhere with it. This is generally one of the initial signs of menopause. Normal FSH levels are typically between 5 and 25 mlU/mL.
3. Are FSH levels and menopause related?
FSH levels and menopause are related. An FSH test that tells you that your FSH levels are higher than 25 mlU/mL may indicate that you are entering perimenopause, the initial stage of menopause. If your FSH levels are higher than 50 mlU/mL, then you are in menopause.
4. Important considerations
If you test kit inidcates high levels of FSH it is important to remember that the results are merely an indication that you might be entering into a stage of menopause.
FSH tests themselves cannot correctly determine if you are actually in menopause they merely measure levels of certain hormones. An abnormal hormone level may indicate menopause or it could be a symptom of another complication. All tests should be repeated on a fairly consistent basis, because hormone levels do fluctuate. If you have specific concerns, you should also discuss the results of your test with your GP.
1. What is FSH?
2. What do FSH tests do?
3. Are FSH levels and menopause related?
4. Important considerations
1. What is FSH?
FSH is responsible for stimulating ovulation during your monthly cycle. FSH rises each month in order to encourage egg follicles to be released from the ovaries and travel through the fallopian tubes for fertilization. As FSH rises, levels of estrogen will drop. Once the egg has been released, your body recognizes the need to either prepare for pregnancy or produce a period, causing estrogen levels to rise and FSH levels to drop.
2. What do FSH test do?
FSH tests measure levels of a hormone called follicle stimulating hormone that is present in your body. FSH tests can tell you if your FSH levels are particularly high. A high level of FSH may indicate that your body is trying to stimulate ovulation but isn't getting anywhere with it. This is generally one of the initial signs of menopause. Normal FSH levels are typically between 5 and 25 mlU/mL.
3. Are FSH levels and menopause related?
FSH levels and menopause are related. An FSH test that tells you that your FSH levels are higher than 25 mlU/mL may indicate that you are entering perimenopause, the initial stage of menopause. If your FSH levels are higher than 50 mlU/mL, then you are in menopause.
4. Important considerations
If you test kit inidcates high levels of FSH it is important to remember that the results are merely an indication that you might be entering into a stage of menopause.
FSH tests themselves cannot correctly determine if you are actually in menopause they merely measure levels of certain hormones. An abnormal hormone level may indicate menopause or it could be a symptom of another complication. All tests should be repeated on a fairly consistent basis, because hormone levels do fluctuate. If you have specific concerns, you should also discuss the results of your test with your GP.
One Step Home Female Fertility (F.S.H.) Test Kit
Strip (Urine)
A women's fertility starts to decline after she gets to 30 but what you probably did not know is that the hormone F.S.H. (follicle-stimulating hormone) is intimately involved with a woman's fertility and rising levels tend to be associated with reduced fertility. F.S.H is the hormone that maintains the regular function of your ovaries and sex hormones and it is a useful aid to assessing your fertility. This test is especially useful for women with irregular cycles and also women aged 30 or over.Strip (Urine)
This Female Fertility Test detects FSH in urine at concentrations of 25 mIU/mL or greater.
This test kit includes 3 (three) FSH Home Fertility Tests and complete instructions.
Directions for Use
Read all instructions carefully.
1. Determine the day to begin testing. You should take the first test on Day 3 i.e. 3 days after you start your period. Test 2 should be carried 7 days later and the third test 7 days after the second test.
2. Collect a urine sample in a clean and dry container.
3. To begin testing, open the sealed pouch and remove the strip. Do not remove the strip until you are ready to begin testing.
4. With the arrows pointing downwards towards the urine, place the test strip vertically (straight) into the urine sample, for at least 10 seconds. DO NOT allow the urine to go above the MAX (maximum) level line.
5. Remove the strip from the urine and place on a clean, dry surface. For best results you should read the results at 5 minutes.
6. Wait for coloured bands to appear. Depending on the concentration of FSH in the urine specimen, positive results may be observed in as short as 40 seconds. Do not read the result after 15 minutes. A positive result is where the test line is as dark or darker than the control line.
2. Collect a urine sample in a clean and dry container.
3. To begin testing, open the sealed pouch and remove the strip. Do not remove the strip until you are ready to begin testing.
4. With the arrows pointing downwards towards the urine, place the test strip vertically (straight) into the urine sample, for at least 10 seconds. DO NOT allow the urine to go above the MAX (maximum) level line.
5. Remove the strip from the urine and place on a clean, dry surface. For best results you should read the results at 5 minutes.
6. Wait for coloured bands to appear. Depending on the concentration of FSH in the urine specimen, positive results may be observed in as short as 40 seconds. Do not read the result after 15 minutes. A positive result is where the test line is as dark or darker than the control line.
Note:
The first morning urine contains the highest level of FSH and is the best for testing. Urine collected during the day will contain lower levels of FSH and may cause false negatives. Do not drink excess fluids after midnight before testing in the morning.
· Store at room temperature 15-30 C (59-86 F)
· For in-vitro diagnostic use only. Not for internal use.
· Keep away from children.
· Each test should be used only once. Discard after use.
Understanding your results
Positive - If the test result is positive, then you must repeat the test one week later using the second test to confirm the result. F.S.H elevates for short periods in normal cycles but it is the extended elevation of F.S.H., which could indicate a fertility problem or pre-menopausal state. If the second and/or the third test is also positive you should make an appointment to visit your doctor. A positive result means that F.S.H. levels are high, this can be an indicator of pre-menopausal state and if symptoms such as irregular periods, hot flushes, mood swings, insomnia and fatigue exist, you should discuss your result and symptoms with your doctor.
Negative - A Negative Test result indicates that your F.S.H. levels are not raised. However, if you do have irregular periods or any menopausal-like symptoms we still recommend you see your doctor.
Invalid - If a red line appears in the test region but there is no visible line at all in the control region of the strip then the test is invalid. If no lines appear anywhere on the test strip then the test is also invalid and should be repeated using another test strip.
Graphical Symbols Used
The first morning urine contains the highest level of FSH and is the best for testing. Urine collected during the day will contain lower levels of FSH and may cause false negatives. Do not drink excess fluids after midnight before testing in the morning.
· Store at room temperature 15-30 C (59-86 F)
· For in-vitro diagnostic use only. Not for internal use.
· Keep away from children.
· Each test should be used only once. Discard after use.
Understanding your results
Positive - If the test result is positive, then you must repeat the test one week later using the second test to confirm the result. F.S.H elevates for short periods in normal cycles but it is the extended elevation of F.S.H., which could indicate a fertility problem or pre-menopausal state. If the second and/or the third test is also positive you should make an appointment to visit your doctor. A positive result means that F.S.H. levels are high, this can be an indicator of pre-menopausal state and if symptoms such as irregular periods, hot flushes, mood swings, insomnia and fatigue exist, you should discuss your result and symptoms with your doctor.
Negative - A Negative Test result indicates that your F.S.H. levels are not raised. However, if you do have irregular periods or any menopausal-like symptoms we still recommend you see your doctor.
Invalid - If a red line appears in the test region but there is no visible line at all in the control region of the strip then the test is invalid. If no lines appear anywhere on the test strip then the test is also invalid and should be repeated using another test strip.
Graphical Symbols Used
Price: £5.95 - In stock
Product Features
* Test kit to help diagnose infertility or menopause
* Contents : 3 Tests Per Pack (25mIU)
* Easy to Use and over 99% Accurate
* Supplied with easy to understand, "Plain English" instructions
* Sent in unmarked packaging for your privacy
Product Features
* Test kit to help diagnose infertility or menopause
* Contents : 3 Tests Per Pack (25mIU)
* Easy to Use and over 99% Accurate
* Supplied with easy to understand, "Plain English" instructions
* Sent in unmarked packaging for your privacy