How
the Saliva Ovulation Predictor Test Works:
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Most
women ovulate near the middle of their monthly menstrual
cycle. The average cycle length for a woman is between 23
to 35 days. It is possible, however, to have a longer or
shorter menstrual cycle. Sometimes it is even possible to
have ovulation occur twice in one month, or to have a month
where no ovulation occurs at all. Most doctors agree that
ovulation usually happens 13 to 14 days before starting
your period or monthly bleeding.
Each
month, as a woman, your saliva goes through changes because
of different hormones. One of these hormones is estrogen.
Just prior to ovulation, estrogen levels increase and create
a distinct pattern in your dried saliva that looks like
frost on a window pane. This pattern is called ferning.
When
you see these patterns you will know that ovulation is likely
to occur in the next 24 to 72 hours. However you are able
to see through using this method, your estrogen levels increase
daily.
It
is important to note that an estrogen surge or ovulation
may not occur in all cycles.
Results
will typically appear as shown in this image, however please
note that the results have been enhanced in black. The unit
you choose may also have a different color illumination.
FAQS:
Q:
I am trying to get pregnant. When is the best time for intercourse?
To
increase your chances of getting pregnant, it is recommended
that you have intercourse as soon as you start to see the
ferning pattern begin.
Q:
Will all women’s ferns look the same?
No,
because different women produce estrogen in different amounts,
each woman will have her own unique ferning pattern.
Q:
How will I know if I am seeing ferns?
For
the first several months you use the tester, you may want
to test for more than just the fives days around ovulation.
That way you will see the different patterns that develop
throughout the month and have a clearer understanding of
what your ferning patterns look like.
Q:
Will I see ferns at other times of the month other than
around the time of ovulation?
Some
women will, on occasion, see ferns at other times of the
month. This is primarily due to a second estrogen surge
near the end of your cycle. This is also why you calculate
the expected time of ovulation, and look for the ferning
patterns then.
Q:
Is it all right to use my Saliva Ovulation Predictor Test
all month long?
Yes,
you may use your tester all month long. Please note the
question above and pay particular attention to the patterns
that develop around the time of expected ovulation.
Q:
Why would it be that I am not seeing any ferns?
There
could be several reasons:
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First,
make sure that you have not eaten, had anything to
drink, brushed your teeth or smoked for at least two
hours prior to testing.
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Second,
be sure to swish saliva around in your mouth and gather
fresh saliva from the saliva glands under your tongue.
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Third,
you may have miscalculated the time of ovulation.
Make sure you have accurately kept track of the length
of your complete menstrual cycle.
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Fourth,
your body may not be producing enough estrogen. If
you think this is the case, please consult your physician.
Q:
I am seeing ferns all the time. Why is that?
A
small percentage of women produce a high amount of estrogen
all month long. One reason could be that you might not be
producing enough progesterone. If you think this is true
in your case, please consult your doctor or health care
provider.
Q:
What else could interfere with my test results?
Possible
things are: pregnancy, recent pregnancy, have reached menopause,
have just stopping taking birth control pills, or taking
injections for birth control. This would also be true if
you are taking hormone replacement therapy, such as supplemental
estrogen.
Q:
How long before the fern will disappear off the slides?
If
the slides are kept in a dry environment, the slides will
keep their ferning patterns for many months.
Q
: I am trying to be come pregnant. Should I use any other
types of ovulation detection, such as a LH kit?
Although
the Saliva Predictors are very accurate, if you are trying
to become pregnant, you may use as many kinds of ovulation
testing as you would like.
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information and image above have been provided by Ovulook.
Each
brand of Saliva Ovulation Predictor we carry will have different
features. If you would like assistance in determining which
product is best for your own individual needs please call
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