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Sensitivity of over-the-counter pregnancy tests: comparison of utility and marketing messages

Abstract

Objective: To determine the sensitivity of seven over-the-counter pregnancy tests (OTC-PTs) using urine containing a mixture of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG)-related molecules as found on the first day of missed menstrual period.

Design: Blinded in vitro sensitivity analysis.

Setting: Medical school

The Best Pregnancy Tests for 2022

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The Best Pregnancy Tests for 2022

How they work
When to test
How we chose
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Product comparison
How to choose
Types of tests
FAQs

What a Positive Pregnancy Test Really Looks Like
You bought the test, peed, waited three minutes and now it’s (finally!) the moment of truth… but, uh, is that really a positive? Results can be pretty tricky to read — especially when you’ve got a faded line or a kinda-there plus sign.

The Best Pregnancy Tests for 2022

How they work
When to test
How we chose
Our picks
Product comparison
How to choose
Types of tests
FAQs

What a Positive Pregnancy Test Really Looks Like
You bought the test, peed, waited three minutes and now it’s (finally!) the moment of truth… but, uh, is that really a positive? Results can be pretty tricky to read — especially when you’ve got a faded line or a kinda-there plus sign.

When You Should Take a Pregnancy Test

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Missed period
Cramps
Sore breasts
Other physical symptoms
Contraceptive failure
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