I have been using the strips and they do work however what i am wondering is as i get closer to my ovulation date will the second line begin to get darker and darker until it reaches that ovualtion date? (i ask because i am going to have a sperm donor and im trying to get the sperm 3 days prior and i know the window once the stick is clear on two lines is 12-36 hours PLEASE HELP thanks I have been using the strips and they do work however what i am wondering is as i get closer to my ovulation date will the second line begin to get darker and darker until it reaches that ovualtion... » Read More I have been using the strips and they do work however what i am wondering is as i get closer to my ovulation date will the second line begin to get darker and darker until it reaches that ovualtion date? (i ask because i am going to have a sperm donor and im trying to get the sperm 3 days prior and i know the window once the stick is clear on two lines is 12-36 hours PLEASE HELP thanks « Show Less
1265048
I thinking were very faint all along, until ovulation when it was obvious that the line was much darker. I tested during the day, rather than in the morning so I wouldn't miss it. Good luck!
1265049
Sorry for the delay. Yes, as I recall, I noticed that the line would get darker as you near ovulation date. As I was using them for a couple of months, I would keep track on my calendar and would also gauge when I would ovulate and sure enough, the strips were correct. I got pregnant on my 5th attempt (month) of trying. I haven't used the strips in a while..but will start using them again soon. I hope you are blessed with a beautiful and healthy baby!
1265050
I used this product with no success, I would recommend paying a little more and purchasing the ovulation sticks that show a happy face when you are ovulating. I used this product for a full year and never had a clear reading, after I switched I was pregnant in 2 months. Good luck!
1265051
If you are investing money into donor sperm I would suggest using a brand that tells you for sure when you are ovulating. They are more expensive but it would be worth it
1025164
Yes. As I first started them there was little to no line. One day it was darker and then the next day the lines were equally the same color. So yes, out does get darker as you get closer then bam! Its dark so you definitely know.
2258362
All my tests worked great!! I would recommend them to everyone!! Even my friend liked them. Since they are just the strips, it's very possible for someone to get it wet in the wrong place, not lay it flat, look at the results too soon, not test correctly, etc. If you feel these tests aren't working, then go buy ones at the store. I was just trying to help. Regardless of your profession, everyone can make mistakes and not be aware of it.
380724
for ovulation they must be the same color or the test line must be darker. I always have 2 lines to, but a positive was obvious when I finally got one :)
942475
I'm not a doctor but I would say either no, you didn't ovulate or you may have missed your "LH" surge. You should take the test at the same time everyday and do it between the hours of 10am -8pm. In my experience it was not question, you will know when you ovulate because the test line DOES become DARK to equally DARK as the original line.
2248856
I am not sure what the statistics are but I would say they are very sensitive. I was only 2.5 weeks along when I tested and got a positive line before I missed my period (2-3 days before if I remember correct).
2258364
Make sure u are using the pregnancy test and not the ovulation tests. I know it sounds stupid, but I mixed them up before...lol
1498114
I got a definite positive when my HCG level was at 63. I actually got a very, very faint line 2 days prior to that test as well....but I don't know exactly what my HCG level was at that time. My little boy was born 2 weeks ago. I also had 4 miscarriages prior to this pregnancy and these strips detected every one of them with MUCH lower hcg levels...I just don't know what the exact levels were.
1205099
I used them after I applied a silicone cream. With or without the cream I had a hard time with them sticking after the first day. Your suppose to use each strip for a week, but I only got a few days out of each one.
471456
Check out the free e-book "The Sperm Meets Egg Plan" for ideas on when to use these. This book was the one that gave me the recommendation to try these out.
327333
I think they changed their packaging. I have been trying to get pregnant for the past year so I have bought these twice and the first time I got them they were pink and the ovulation sticks were blue. Now they both seem to be blue. As long as it says pregnancy test and not ovulation test you are fine. So far they have been accurate for me. Not sure why they changed the color but they have in the last 10 months.
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I've been using these for over 2 years, every single month and have only had two or three evaps and no faulty ones. But I'm so confused as to why they changed them from pink to blue. the Ovulation Strips are blue...this just confuses everyone! I still love them though....they do their job well. And Very inexpensively, compared to buying individual tests at a grocery store.
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Well, let me tell you i did not see any effect. I´m a 0 spermatozoids, i had tested all the methods to increase my sperm acount but nothing has worked. This was another shut. I hope you get better results...
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Actually, the "1hr Express" strips are meant to be used once a day until your supply is gone. It says so on the back of the box, "Use once a day for 1 hour.", which is not the same as the Two-Hour strips. I even called customer service to make doubly sure, and they confirmed this. Use once a day until you run out, (or space it out more if you are experiencing serious sensitivity issues), and do not use more than 2 boxes per year (so use one full supply no more than every 6 months). The results are dramatically better this way, but it's confusing since they "replaced" the Two hour strips.Hope this helps! Actually, the "1hr Express" strips are meant to be used once a day until your supply is gone. It says so on the back of the box, "Use once a day for 1 hour.", which is not the same as the Two-Hour strips. I even called customer service to make doubly sure, and they confirmed this. Use once a day until you run out, (or space it out more if you are experiencing serious sensitivity issues), and do not use more than 2 boxes per year (so use one full supply no more than every 6 months). The results are dramatically better this way, but it's confusing since they... » Read More Actually, the "1hr Express" strips are meant to be used once a day until your supply is gone. It says so on the back of the box, "Use once a day for 1 hour.", which is not the same as the Two-Hour strips. I even called customer service to make doubly sure, and they confirmed this. Use once a day until you run out, (or space it out more if you are experiencing serious sensitivity issues), and do not use more than 2 boxes per year (so use one full supply no more than every 6 months). The results are dramatically better this way, but it's confusing since they "replaced" the Two hour strips.Hope this helps! « Show Less
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The 12.5% dark last about 5 good days. When I sprayed again on day 7 there was still a faint line from before. Hope this helps!
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I'm not sure of the actual level. I started using them as soon as my period ended and could see a definite difference in the lines over time. The day that I ovulated was VERY clear!
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You should see the two lines. It also could be how late or close you are to your cycle and may not be a strong hormone yet also. If you have not already missed your period, the hormone may not be present because you're just naturally late. If you're only a day or two late, I would recommend trying again after another day or so. Make sure you are following the instructions for how to use it. I highly recommend taking the test with your first morning pee.
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It happened to me 2 months ago and I kept on getting flashing smileys for 25 days . Thought this test is expired then figured out i ovulated day 35 which was confirmed by blood work done to test my progesteron levels . Had an unovulatory cycle for the 1st time that month! So keep on testing you might just be ovulating later this month. It can happen!! Good luck to you�