First Response

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. INSTREAM PREGNANCY TESTS
2. How does the test work?
3. When can I do the test?
4. How accurate is the FIRST RESPONSE Early Result In-stream Pregnancy Test?
5. What do I do if the result is positive (Pregnant)?
6. What do I do if the result is negative (Not Pregnant)
7. I have waited longer than three minutes and still there are no lines in the Result Window. Is there anything wrong?
8. Will my result change if left standing for a certain period of time?
9. Do any medical conditions or drugs affect the test?
10. Who can I contact if I have any more questions?
11. 7 DAY PREGNANCY PLANNING KIT
12. When can I do the test?
13. How accurate is the FIRST RESPONSE Ovulation Predictor Test?
14. I have used all 7 tests and I do not see a surge. What do I do?
15. I have used the FIRST RESPONSE Ovulation Predictor Test for three months and have not become pregnant yet. What is wrong?
16. Once I detect my LH surge, when is the best time to have intercourse?
17. What if no line or only one line appears on the result strip?
18. Do any medical conditions or drugs affect the test?
19. Will oral contraceptives affect the results?
20. If the FIRST RESPONSE Ovulation Predictor Test can determine my most fertile time, why can't I use it for contraception (birth control)?

INSTREAM PREGNANCY TESTS

How does the test work?

The First Response® Early Result Instream Pregnancy Test detects in urine the hormone your body makes during pregnancy: (hCG human chorionic gonadotropin). The First Response Early Result In-stream Pregnancy Test is so sensitive that most women have enough hCG to be detected as early as 6 days sooner than the day of their missed period (5 days before day of expected period)^#. The amount of pregnancy hormone increases as pregnancy progresses. In clinical testing, FIRST RESPONSE® detected the hormone levels in 62% of women 6 days before the day of missed period (5days before the day of expected period), in 78% of women 5 days before the day of missed period, in 87% of women 4 days before the day of missed period,  in 98% of women 3 days before the day of missed period and 99% of women 2 days before their missed period.

When can I do the test?

You can test as early as 6 days before your missed period. You can use the First Response® Early Result In-Stream Pregnancy Test any time of the day. You don´t have to use the first morning urine. Generally, however, your first morning urine contains the highest level of pregnancy hormones.

How accurate is the FIRST RESPONSE Early Result In-stream Pregnancy Test?

In studies the First Response Early Result In-stream Pregnancy Test is over 99% accurate^† the day before AND the day your period is due. Note that hormone levels vary: some women may not have detectable amounts of the pregnancy hormone (hCG) in their urine the day that they test.

What do I do if the result is positive (Pregnant)?

Remember, this test is not intended to replace your doctor's diagnosis. A positive (pregnant) test result shows that the pregnancy hormone (hCG) was detected. See your doctor to confirm that you are pregnant.

What do I do if the result is negative (Not Pregnant)

You may not be pregnant, or it may be too early to tell. If you do not get your period within a few days, you should retest with another

First Response® Early Result In-stream Pregnant test. It is possible that you miscalculated the length of your cycle or your urine may not have had enough pregnancy hormone for the First Response® Early Result In-steam Pregnancy Test to give you a positive result. If you retest again and no hCG is found and your period has still not started, you should call your doctor.

I have waited longer than three minutes and still there are no lines in the Result Window. Is there anything wrong?

Your result should appear within 3 minutes. There should be at least one pink line in the result window at 5 minutes to indicate that the test is completed and that you've done it correctly. If not, the test is invalid. This could be due to insufficient urine on the Absorbent Tip or not holding the device with the Absorbent Tip pointing downward while replacing the Over Cap. You should retest with First Response® Early Result In-stream Pregnancy Test, carefully following all directions.

Will my result change if left standing for a certain period of time?

The test result should be read as soon as possible after waiting the 3 minutes. A positive result will last for at least 48 hours. If negative (i.e. 1 pink line) the result will last for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes disregard any further changes; it is still a negative result.

Do any medical conditions or drugs affect the test?

Some medicines containing the pregnancy hormone (hCG) can affect the result of the test.  Please consult your healthcare professional if you are taking any medicines.  The test should not be affected by hormone therapies, alcohol, pain killers, antibiotics or the contraceptive pill.

Who can I contact if I have any more questions?

For further information or advice on using the First Response® Early Result In-stream Pregnancy Test, contact:
Church & Dwight (Australia) Pty Ltd
PO Box 216, Brookvale, NSW 2100, Australia.
Email: enquiries@churchdwight.com.au
Or telephone us on the
FIRST RESPONSE ADVICE LINE
Australia Free Call: 1800 222 099  (Mon-Fri Est 8.30am - 5pm)
New Zealand Free call: 0800 380 218
www.churchdwight.com.au

7 DAY PREGNANCY PLANNING KIT

When can I do the test?

After you determine the best day to start testing based on your monthly cycle, you can use the FIRST RESPONSE Pregnancy Planning kit any time that day. You do not have to use your first morning urine. However, you should do the test about the same time each day. Reduce your liquid for 2 hours before testing, since drinking excessive amounts of liquid intake can dilute the LH in your urine.

How accurate is the FIRST RESPONSE 7 Day Pregnancy Planning Kit?

The FIRST RESPONSE Pregnancy Planning kit is 98% accurate^† in detecting the LH surge in laboratory studies.

I have used all 7 tests and I do not see a surge. What do I do?

Since not every woman ovulates mid-cycle, you may not detect the LH surge in the first 7 days of testing. This could mean you have not ovulated yet and you should continue testing with additional FIRST RESPONSE 7 Day Pregnancy Planning Kits.

I have used the FIRST RESPONSE Pregnancy Planning Kit for three months and have not become pregnant yet. What is wrong?

First, it is important to remember that it can take normal, healthy couples many months to become pregnant. There are many factors which affect your ability to become pregnant even if you have been able to have intercourse during your most fertile time. If after several months you have no success, consult your physician. Since you have been monitoring your LH surge with the FIRST RESPONSE Pregnancy Planning Kit, you will be able to give your doctor a clearer picture of when you have been ovulating.

Once I detect my LH surge, when is the best time to have intercourse?

Your two most fertile days begin with the LH surge. You are most likely to get pregnant if you have intercourse within 24-36 hours after you detect your LH surge.

What if no line or only one line appears on the result strip?

If you do not see any lines or you see no Control line (C) after 5-6 minutes, the result is invalid. You should repeat the test with a new test strip. The test strip is not reusable. Possible causes for an invalid result include not holding the test strip in the urine for the appropriate length of time or not immersing the test strip far enough into the urine for adequate sample absorption. Immersing the test strip past the green area can also cause an invalid result. Review the Directions for Use and repeat with a new test strip.

Do any medical conditions or drugs affect the test?

Certain medical conditions may adversely affect the reliability of this test for predicting ovulation. These include pregnancy, postpartum, post-abortion, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), ovarian cysts, the onset of menopause, and untreated hypothyroidism. Some prescription drugs, such as menotropins for injection, may affect the result you see. If you are undergoing therapy with Clomiphene citrate, please consult your physician for the appropriate time to begin testing. Some medications containing hCG or LH may affect the test.  Please consult your healthcare professional if you are taking such medicines.  Women with medically diagnosed fertility problems should consult their physician before using this product.

Will oral contraceptives affect the results?

After using the pill your cycle may be irregular and make take some time to stabilise again. You may wish to wait until you have had two normal periods before starting to use the FIRST RESPONSE Pregnancy Planning Kit. Follow your physician's advice on when to best try to become pregnant.

If the FIRST RESPONSE Pregnancy Planning Kit can determine my most fertile time, why can't I use it for contraception (birth control)?

Sperm can survive up to 72 hours (3 days), and this test predicts your LH surge only up to 24-36 hours in advance. Therefore, if you have intercourse before you discover your surge, the egg can still be fertilized.