Frequently Asked Questions
How sensitive is
the Clearview EASY LH ovulation test?
The Clearview EASY
LH ovulation test will detect a surge when LH levels are ≥
40 mIU/ml.
How accurate is the
Clearview EASY LH ovulation test?
In clinical trials
Clearview EASY LH has been shown
to be >99% accurate in detecting the LH surge.
Can
Samples be stored in the refrigerator?
Yes, they can be stored for
up to 24 hours between 2°C and 8°C. However, samples must always be
brought to room temperature prior to use.
How
should the Clearview EASY LH ovulation test be stored?
The Clearview EASY
LH Ovulation Test should be stored at between 2°C and
30°C. The tests can be stored in the refrigerator but should be
allowed to reach room temperature before use.
When is the best time of
day to test with the Clearview EASY LH Ovulation Test?
It is possible to use
Clearview EASY LH with a urine sample collected at
any time of day. However first morning urine sample will usually
contain the highest level of LH. It is also recommended that a
urine sample is collected at the same time each day until the LH
surge is detected.
How critical is the timing and
are the results stable?
The Clearview EASY
LH Ovulation Test should be read 3 – 10 minutes after
beginning the test, whichever test procedure is used, after which
time the test should be discarded.
The Test Line was fainter than
the Control Line, what does this mean?
When the Test Line is weaker
than the Control Line this indicates the LH surge has not been
detected and that the level of LH is < 40 mIU/ml.
The Test Line looked as
strong as the Control Line, what does this mean?
When the Test Line is equal
to or stronger than the Control Line this indicates the LH surge
has been detected and that the level of LH is ≥40 mIU/ml.
The Control Line has not
appeared in the window, what does this mean?
The test has not run
correctly. This may occur if the pouch has been opened for too long
prior to the test being carried out. It could also be a consequence
of adding insufficient or excessive sample to the test.
Will fertility
drugs affect the test result?
Any drugs containing LH or
hCG may give misleading results, however Clomiphene citrate does
not affect the results but may affect cycle length.