CORE Pregnancy Test Strip (hCG PT Strip)
The CORE Pregnancy Test Strip (often called a PT strip) is a rapid, reliable, and easy-to-use diagnostic tool for the qualitative detection of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in urine. This hormone is produced by the body shortly after conception and increases rapidly during early pregnancy.
Designed for both clinical and home use, this dipstick format test provides laboratory-grade accuracy. Whether you are trying to confirm a suspected pregnancy or monitoring your fertility journey, the CORE Pregnancy Test Strip delivers fast results to help you take the next step.
Key Benefits
- High Sensitivity: Detects hCG levels as low as 10-25 mIU/mL, allowing for early detection.
- Rapid Results: Get clear answers in just 3 to 5 minutes.
- Clinically Proven Accuracy: Over 99% accurate when used according to instructions.
- Convenient and Private: A simple urine-based pregnancy strip test that can be performed at home.
How to Use CORE Pregnancy Test Strip (Step-by-Step)
For the most accurate result with your PT strip, follow these steps:
- Collect Specimen: Collect a fresh urine sample in a clean, dry container. For the best results, use your first morning urine.
- Dip the Strip: Immerse the CORE Pregnancy Test Strip vertically into the urine with the arrows pointing down. Important: Do not allow the urine level to exceed the 'MAX' (marker) line.
- Wait: Remove the strip after 10-15 seconds and lay it flat on a non-absorbent, level surface.
- Read Results: Wait for the colored lines to appear. Read the results between 3 and 5 minutes.
Understanding Your Results
- Positive (Pregnant): Two distinct colored lines appear—one in the Control (C) region and another in the Test (T) region. Even a faint line in the T region indicates a positive result.
- Negative (Not Pregnant): Only one colored line appears in the Control (C) region. No line appears in the Test (T) region.
- Invalid: No line appears in the Control (C) region. This indicates a procedural error or that the test has expired. You should repeat the test with a new strip.
Tips for Best Accuracy
- Avoid Excess Fluids: Drinking too much water before testing can dilute hCG levels.
- Check the Expiry: Do not use an expired pregnancy test strip.
- Time it Right: Do not interpret results after 10 minutes, as "evaporation lines" may appear and cause confusion.
If you have questions about your result or how to use the test, you can contact a GoMed pharmacist for professional advice.