A pregnancy test detects in the body the presence of the hormone Human Chronic Gonadotropin or HCG
produced by the placenta, whose levels increase after the implantation of the egg.
This is explained by the publication Diagnosis of Pregnancy, emphasizing that the results of the
tests in urine or blood are accurate as long as they are carried out when menstruation is
expected or shortly after its delay.
For women with sexual activity, some signs warn about the the possible pregnancy.
In pharmacies and supermarkets,
You get the home test kits that concludes with urination,
more specialized is the blood test.
We will show you how both work.
Types of pregnancy tests:
Without going to a laboratory.
You can take a urine sample and find out if you are pregnant.
It is an easily accessible device in stores designed with an absorbent strip sensitive to the
HCG hormone.
Its advisable to wait until the first day of delay of the rule, in order to minimize the
margin of error.
Before you are likely to get a false negative.
The United States National Library of Medicine refers in an article that blood tests are
qualitative and quantitative.
The former measure whether or not there is HCG hormone in the blood.
And the latter also calculate its concentration in the body.
For the blood pregnancy test.
The suggestion is to take the sample at least one week, or 10 days after the end of ovulation.
If you are looking to get pregnant, counting the days and carrying out an exam, please up your
doubts to start prenatal control soon
How a pregnancy test works;
Depending on the brand of the test kit.
The process varies.
It is important to read and follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Some asked to urinate in a China with a plastic pipette to suck up a few drops and empty them
into the chemical band.
Others request to urinate directly on the stick.
In any case, after a few minutes, a coloration is sought for the result.
Two parallel
Red lines mean positive.
Only one is negative.
It is convenient to take advantage of the first urination of the day.
If you prefer to go to the laboratory, the bio analyst draws the blood sample with a syringe
transfers it to a tube and proceeds to the analysis
For this test,
You do not need to fast
Either Test is to detect human chronic gonadotropin.
What are the signs to do a pregnancy test?
Pregnancy symptoms are not strictly the same.
Amenorrhea or absence of the period is the one that usually repeats itself.
However, when this stage begins a slight bleeding corresponding to the implantation of the egg is
not a cause for concern indicates the magazine Assisted Reproduction 0RG.
Once pregnancy progresses, it is important to consult a doctor,
Although it does not necessarily mean that you are expecting a baby, constipation, cramps, mood
swings and darkening around.
the nipples are considered signs of pregnancy, along with the following:
1. Vomiting or Nausea:
Within a month of becoming pregnant, you may experience nausea and vomiting.
There is no specific time to feel them.
This feeling of disgust is attributed to hormonal changes, stress and low blood sugar levels
2. Fatigue:
The increase in progesterone and the speed with which the metabolism works produces tiredness or
fatigue, which leads to sleepness throughout the day.
In fact, this fatigue is usually very pronounced.
And for this reason, pregnant women tend to fall asleep in any position and place.
3. Swollen abdomen:
Similar to PMS.
The abdomen is likely to swell in the first few weeks of pregnancy.
Note that a swollen belly can be a symptom of pregnancy.
4. Cravings or aversion to certain foods:
Sensitivity increases while on tape,
Just as you tend to like some foods and smells.
You also tend to dislike others.
Again,
The root lies in hormonal transformation.
5. Breast pain and regrowth:
Some discomfort affects the breasts at the beginning of a pregnancy.
You perceive more pain, and they grow a little as they prepare for the upcoming lactation.
Don't worry.
The body adapts.
6. Constant urination:
Peeing in a day more times than usual is also a clue.
It occurs because the kidneys process extra fluid because there is more blood in your body,
7. Nasal congestion,
As strange as it may seem, feeling a stuffy nose, or with excess mucus is a common sign in pregnant
women.
This condition occurs when the mucous membranes swell and dry out due to the increase in hormones
and the increased production of blood.
Pregnancy test Is it reliable:
As long as you follow the steps correctly and take it on the right days, the results of a home
pregnancy tests tend to be up to 99% and reliable.
Of course, the reliability of the blood test is preferred by most women,
Wait a few days of menstrual delay, giving a chance for the hormonal concentration to be higher,
once, with the positive result requests gynecological attention to corroborate with a
physical examination and an echosonogram that the pregnancy is progressing as it should.
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