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hCG

The test is used to detect chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG) in human urine. This test is used to obtain a visual qualitative result for pregnancy. 1. In case of coloured line within 3 minutes, wait for another minute. Sometimes it may take a positive result another minute or less depending on the concentration of hCG (human Chorionic Gonadotropin, a hormone produced by the body produces during pregnancy). Results are invalid after10minutes. 2. As soon as you miss your period, you can perform the test, even as early as the first day of the missed period. 3. Miscalculation of period days can also result in negative test result. Repeat after a week. 4. For best results, use of early morning urine is best as it is usually the most concentrated with most hCG, though it can be done at any time of the day. 5. hCG with Infertility drug will interfere with test results resulting in false positive. 6. Drinking large amounts of fluids before the test can dilute the hormone levels in the urine giving inaccurate results. 7. As with any other diagnostic test, confirmed pregnancy diagnosis should only be made by a Registered Medical Practitioner. 8. Before Starting any Endocrinology treatment under the supervision of a Registered Medical Practitioner, confirm the pregnancy by other means.