Most female friends who have sex life will use the early pregnancy test paper to detect whether they are pregnant after their menstruation is delayed. Then, is the early pregnancy test paper accurate? Simply put, the early pregnancy test paper is a product designed for women to conveniently check if they are pregnant. Not long after fertilization, placental trophoblast cells will secrete a glycoprotein hormone called human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG), which is produced by the placenta in pregnant women and exists in large quantities in the urine of pregnant women. However, HCG is almost non-existent in the urine of non-pregnant women. The AiKang HCG colloidal gold method test kit uses the double antibody sandwich one-step method technology with colloidal gold as an indicator mark to detect the concentration of HCG in urine, thereby confirming whether a woman is pregnant. The test paper is a reliable indicator to assist in clinical determination of pregnancy. Although many early pregnancy test papers indicate that women can conduct a self-test for pregnancy one day after missing their normal period, in reality, not all pregnant women excrete HCG hormones at the same speed and quantity; it varies from person to person.
>> Is the early pregnancy test paper accurate?
The general test results can only achieve an accuracy rate of 50% to 75%. If tested too early, the early pregnancy test paper may be inaccurate. HCG begins to be secreted 10-14 days after conception and reaches its peak at 60-70 days. If tested within 10 days of conception, even if pregnant, the HCG content is extremely low, insufficient to make the early pregnancy test paper show a positive result.
>> Does a positive result on an early pregnancy test paper always mean a normal pregnancy?
A positive result does not necessarily mean a normal pregnancy. In cases of ectopic pregnancy, the pregnancy test has a 65% positive rate, but a positive result cannot reveal whether it is a normal intrauterine pregnancy or an ectopic pregnancy. Similarly, performing medical or surgical abortion based solely on a positive early pregnancy test paper is unsafe.
>> Does a positive result on an early pregnancy test paper always mean pregnancy?
A positive pregnancy test does not necessarily correlate with conception. Positive results can also occur in cases of pituitary disease, hyperthyroidism, ovarian cysts, endometrial hyperplasia, and uterine cancer. A small number of women in early menopause or undergoing gynecological treatment may experience false positives due to hormonal imbalances or medication effects.
In addition, the gynecological experts of San Qin Hospital in Xi'an remind that to maximize the accuracy of the early pregnancy test paper, attention should be paid to the following points when purchasing:
>> 1. When buying early pregnancy test paper, pay attention to whether the storage time is too long (over 1 year) or if the test paper is damp, and whether it has already expired, which can easily lead to false negative results.
>> 2. Urine tests may sometimes show negative or weakly positive results. After three months of pregnancy, the level of HCG decreases, making it easy to produce inaccurate results.
>> 3. Conditions such as hydatidiform mole or choriocarcinoma can cause negative urine test results, misleading the actual results.
>> 4. Note that a positive result does not necessarily mean 100% pregnancy.
Of course, it is recommended that women suspected of being pregnant can use the early pregnancy test paper for preliminary judgment, but afterward, they must go to the hospital for detailed pre-pregnancy checks to confirm whether they are pregnant. The gynecological department of San Qin Hospital in Xi'an reminds everyone that if there is a sudden stoppage of menstruation, a pregnancy test can be conducted 3-4 days or a week after the missed period. For safety, it is recommended to retest after three days. Of course, the best examination method is still to visit a regular hospital for a check-up, timely going to the hospital for a comprehensive examination to take necessary measures. San Qin Hospital in Xi'an wishes you good health!
San Qin Hospital is located in ancient Xi'an and has specialized in gynecology for 15 years. It is a comprehensive hospital approved by the Xincheng District Health Bureau of Xi'an City, mainly focusing on gynecology. It has three major medical systems: special diagnostic areas for women's health, reproductive medicine, and characteristic expert outpatient clinics. It also includes characteristic departments such as the Gynecological Diagnosis and Treatment Center, Pain-free Abortion Clinical Center, Uterine Fibroid Diagnosis and Treatment Center, Breast Disease Diagnosis and Treatment Center, Infertility and Sterility Diagnosis and Treatment Center, etc. It has always been the aid station for many women friends, continuously engaging in public welfare activities, and is a trusted brand hospital for our common people!
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