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What if I experience a BBT thermal shift but the ovulation tests failed to detect my LH Surge?

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It is possible to miss the surge. If you have a test line that is fairly dark one day then very light the next, you may have missed the actual surge. If your thermal shift occurs, you probably ovulated. It may be a good idea to test twice a day when you feel that you are close to ovulating. Another possibility is that you didn't hold your urine long enough (resulting in a diluted sample).
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What if I don't detect a surge, but I have a thermal shift?

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You probably missed your surge. Some people need to test more than once per day. If you've had a test that was half-color and then negative the next day, plus a thermal shift, in your next cycle you should consider testing twice a day (noon and 8 p.m. would be a good choice). Another possibility is that you didn't hold your urine long enough. Several tests suggest holding urine for 4 hours before checking for LH.
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How long after my LH surge will ovulation take place?

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Generally, ovulation will take place 12-48 hours after the LH surge is first detected (using afternoon urine samples), though 36 hours is considered to be the average length of time following the LH surge.
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What actually causes ovulation? And what is an LH-Surge?

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By definition, ovulation is the process of an ovary releasing an egg from the follicle - permitting the egg to float down the fallopian tubes. Directly prior to ovulation, a dramatic hormonal change takes place - the LH Surge. LH (or Luteinizing Hormone) is the hormone that actually facilitates ovulation: it causes the egg to separate from the ovarian surface. Ovulation predictor tests function by detecting this LH Surge, thus alerting the woman that ovulation is imminent.
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Once I detect my LH surge, when should I have intercourse?

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It's best to have intercourse the day of the LH surge and the two days after. Also consider "insurance" sex for one more day in case you ovulate late. Perfect timing would be to have had intercourse the day before the LH surge as well, but that can be hard to predict for those with an irregular cycle. If you don't know when you might ovulate, having sex every other day from cycle day 10 through a positive OPK.
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How long after I detect my LH surge, should I have intercourse?

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It is recommended to have intercourse the day of the LH surge and the two days following. Most women conceive from intercourse prior to ovulation. There can be special circumstances where you would be advised to not have intercourse all three days. Please consult your doctor if your partner has a low or borderline sperm count.
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How long after the LH surge does ovulation occur? When should the intercourse happen?

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Most people will ovulate 12-48 hours after the LH surge is detected, most common is 36 hours after the actual surge. One should get a bit more notice, 24-48 hours, by ovulation testing in the afternoon. It's best to have intercourse the day of the LH surge and the two days after. Also consider "insurance" sex for one more day in case you ovulate late.
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What happens if the LH Surge is not detected after using the five tests?

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The correct cycle starting date may have been miscalculated, or one of the above factors may have influenced test results. Each test cassette has built in quality controls which make a defective test highly unlikely. Recalculate your cycle test start date and repeat the testing in the next menstrual cycle. If the LH surge is still not detected, you may wish to consult a physician. An insufficient amount of urine has been dropped in the sample well on the cassette.
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How long after my LH surge should I ovulate?

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Most people will ovulate 12-48 hours after the LH surge is detected, most common is 36 hours after the actual surge. One should get a bit more notice, 24-48 hours, by testing in the afternoon.
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How long after my LH surge should I have my insemination?

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Most doctors will do an intra-uterine insemination (IUI) the day after the LH surge, or about 36 hours after it is detected. With a vaginal insemination, or an intra-cervical insemination (ICI) in someone with good fertile mucus, the day of the surge may be preferable. Many doctors are now doing two inseminations per cycle. Check the IUI FAQ.
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What happens if the LH surge tests positive before all five tests are used?

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You do not need to continue testing once the LH surge has been identified. You may save any unused tests for future testing, however be certain not to open the sealed pouch of any test prior to immediate use to avoid possible contamination the sensitive testing area membrane.
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What are the Tests for ovulation?

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Ovulation status is assessed by noting menstrual cycle length and regularity. If you have a cycle length shorter than twenty six days, it is useful to do a basal Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) test on the second day of your menstrual cycle to see your egg reserve. If you have intervals between menses of longer than 34 days, poly cystic ovarian disease (PCOD) is suspected. This is confirmed be finding a ring of small follicles in your ovaries on ultrasound scanning.
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Should the tests be compared or correlated to each other for better prediction of the LH surge?

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No. Each test result should be read independently of any other test. When the LH surge occurs, that particular day’s test will show positive results. No. All urine based LH tests are intended to be used with each test independent from any other test. Once a positive test is obtained testing should be stopped. the LH surge has begun. Test results, including the color or intensity of test or control lines, cannot be compared or correlated one test to another.
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How do ovulation tests (or Ovulation Predictor Kits, OPK) work?

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The ovulation predictor kit is designed to detect luteinizing hormone, or LH. In elevated quantities, LH causes ovulation. During the menstrual cycle only a small amount of LH is made, but in the middle of the cycle LH briefly and dramatically increases. This increase is called the "LH surge" and precedes ovulation. Conception is most likely to occur within thirty-six hours following the LH surge.
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Why do I need Ovulation Prediction Products like LH urine tests or Saliva Prediction Microscopes?

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Guessing isn't good enough. Because your body is unique, you cannot rely on "usual" or "average" predictions. These products offer a scientific clinical approach that will enable you to learn when you are ovulating, and thus enable you to make informed decisions about family planning.
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What tests can detect colorectal cancer?

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Answer: Fecal occult blood test: (FOBT) is used to find occult “hidden” blood in the stool if FOBT detects blood in the stool additional testing is needed to determine the cause of the bleeding. Certain foods and drugs can also influence test FOBT test results. For this test a kit with instructions is usually given that explains how to take the stool samples at home (usually 3 specimens). The kit is then returned to the doctor's office or medical laboratory for testing.
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Why should I use ovulation tests?

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Ovulation tests are essential for any couple trying to conceive. These tests allow you to easily and accurately determine when you will be ovulating, which will allow you to time sexual intercourse accordingly. This greatly increases the chances the chances of getting pregnant, and at an affordable cost.
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How do ovulation tests work?

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Ovulation tests work by detecting LH in urine that increases as ovulation approaches. Using tests allows you to monitor this increase until it peaks. Shortly after that time, ovulation will occur, which is the best time to get pregnant.
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How sensitive are your ovulation tests?

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Our ovulation tests detect as little as 25 mUI of LH present in urine. This is among the highest sensitivity on the market.
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What does it mean if I don't see a thermal shift but I have very regular, 28-day cycles?

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It can mean one of several things: First, you may be ovulating, but you may be one of the few women whose temperatures do not reflect the heat-inducing progesterone produced following ovulation. Second, you may indeed be having a thermal shift, but are not drawing the coverline correctly in order to accurately interpret your charts Third, and finally, you may not be ovulating altogether, although this is not that likely, since women with extremely regular cycles usually do ovulate.
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What is ovulation?

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Ovulation is the release of an egg by the woman's ovary. In almost every menstrual cycle, the woman's ovary releases an egg. There are thousands of eggs inside the woman's ovaries. The natural chemicals in her body trigger the development of one of these eggs every cycle. When the egg is ready to be fertilized, it comes out of the ovary and travels down the woman's tubes to her uterus. If the man's sperm has fertilized it, the egg can attach itself to the uterus and the woman is pregnant.
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Ovulation is the release of a single, mature egg from a follicle that developed in the ovary. It usually occurs regularly, around day 14 of a 28-day menstrual cycle. This is the most fertile period of your cycle. For more information, see Ovulation Basics.
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Ovulation Calculator: Ovulation
Ovulation - the most fertile time during your menstrual cycle - is the moment a mature egg is released from the follicle of an ovary. Once released, the egg has a life span of about 24 hours. Conception is most likely to take place at this time - so precise ovulation prediction is key. Below you will find an FAQ of Ovulation Basics. Also see Understanding your Menstrual Cycle.
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Ovulation is the process of an ovary releasing an egg from the follicle, permitting the egg to float down the fallopian tubes. Conception, or fertilization, occurs when the male's sperm meets with the woman's ovum (egg) and successfully penetrates it, typically in a fallopian tube. Then the fertilized egg travels to the uterus and implants in the uterine lining. For pregnancy to take place, fertilization of the egg must be followed by a successful implantation.
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What if I have a thermal shift but no positive on my OPK's?

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It is possible to miss the surge. If you have a test line that is fairly dark one day then very light the next, you may have missed the actual surge. If your thermal shift occurs, you probably ovulated. It may be a good idea to test twice a day when you feel that you are close to ovulating.
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What tests should be done to detect AdCC?

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Regular screenings that would be used to detect any other form of cancer should be used. Current research has not proven any familial connection with AdCC.
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What blood tests detect the presence of HIV?

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Two types of tests are commonly used to detect HIV infection. The most commonly used initial test is an enzyme immune assay (EIA) or the enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). If EIA test results show a reaction, the test is repeated on the same blood sample. If the sample is repeatedly reactive, the results are "confirmed" using a second test such as the Western blot.
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Are there any other ways to detect ovulation?

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Yes. You can buy an ovulation predictor urine test at your drug store. Also, your body may signal when you are about to ovulate; many women feel twinges in their lower abdomen (your ovaries are on the right and left sides of your lower abdomen). Other women notice clear, stretchy vaginal discharge just at their fertile time. Your doctor can also request an ultrasound or appropriate blood tests to determine ovulation.
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What is a thermal shift and what does it mean?

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The thermal shift will occur the day after ovulation due to an increase in progesterone levels. The temperature will rise 0.2-0.5 degrees. The presence of the thermal shift is a good indicator that ovulation has already occurred.
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