Pregnancy test strip, 1 piece, Storz The Barza pregnancy test is a rapid test that detects the presence of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in urine, from the first day of a missed menstrual cycle, with an accuracy of over 99%. The Barza pregnancy test detects a low level of hCG in urine, 20mIU/ml, which makes it much more sensitive than regular pregnancy tests. Due to its high accuracy and sensitivity, the test can be used at any time of the day. The accuracy of the test is greater than 99% when used on the first day of the menstrual cycle delay. The Barza product range is Recommended by the Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology. The Barza pregnancy test is a rapid test that detects the presence of of the hormone hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) in the urine, even from the first day of the missed menstrual period. The test can be used in any time of day. Box contents An envelope with the test strip and desiccant; Instructions for use. BEFORE USE Prepare a clean and dry container for collecting urine; Take a watch to count the time it takes to read the result; Check the expiration date on the box. Do not use after this date! Do not use the test if the sachet is perforated or unsealed; Remove the test from the sachet just before use; IMPORTANT: The test is for single use only! INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE STEP 1 Collect the urine in a clean, dry container. The test can be performed at any time of day, but first morning urine contains the highest level of hCG. Remove the test from the pouch and discard the desiccant. Insert the test into the urine with the arrow tip down, until at the line marked MAX, for 3 seconds. STEP 2 The result read after 10 minutes will not be considered correct. Wait 5 minutes for the result to appear. STEP 3 Read the result The appearance of a single pink line in the control region (C) indicates a Negative result – YOU ARE NOT PREGNANT. The appearance of two pink lines indicates a positive result – YOU ARE PREGNANT. If no line appears in the control region (C) within 5 minutes, or only the line appears in the test region (T), THE TEST IS NOT VALID. Repeat the test with a new Storz Pregnancy Test. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1. What is hCG? Human chorionic gonadotropin is a hormone produced by the placenta shortly after conception. 2. How does the Barza Pregnancy Test work? The Barza test contains specific reagents that detect even a low level of hCG (20 MIU/ml) in urine. When the urine comes into contact with the reagent of the test strip, one line appears in the control region (C) if you are not pregnant and two lines if you are pregnant. With the help of the Barza Pregnancy Test, ectopic pregnancy can also be detected. 3. When can I take the test? The Barza pregnancy test can be used from the first day of your missed period. If you use the test before the day you expect your period and get a negative result, it is possible that the hormone level is not high enough to be detected. In this case, repeat the test after a few days. 4. Can I test at any time of the day? The test can be performed at any time of the day, but keep in mind that the first morning urine contains the highest level of hCG. 5. What is the accuracy of the test? The accuracy of the Barza Pregnancy Test is greater than 99%. 6. What factors can influence the result? Medications containing hCG can cause a false-positive result, as can some medical problems that can cause increased hCG levels (ovarian cyst, miscarriages). Also, trophoblastic diseases, as well as certain nontrophoblastic tumors (breast cancer, lung cancer) can cause high hCG levels. Contraceptives, antibiotics and alcohol consumption do not affect the accuracy of the test. A false-negative result may occur if too diluted urine is tested or if the test is done too early. In this case, we recommend that you do a new Barza Test after a few days, using the first morning urine. 7. What should I do if the result is positive? If the test shows a positive result, it means that a high level of hCG has been detected in your urine, indicating that you are pregnant. In this case, you should consult your doctor to confirm the result and determine next steps. 8. What should I do if the result is negative? In this situation, you may not be pregnant, or the test was taken too early. You may have miscalculated the length of your cycle, or your hormone levels may have been too low to give you a positive result. If the next test still shows a negative result and your period has not started, you should consult your doctor. 9. What should I do if the control line (C) does not appear? If the control line (C) does not appear within 5 minutes of performing the test, the result is invalid. You must repeat the test! 10. I have an irregular menstrual cycle. How do I know when is the right time to take my test? You should test based on your longest cycle in recent months. If the result is negative, the test should be repeated after 48 hours. 11. How do I interpret the result if two lines with different intensity appear? The presence of two lines indicates a positive result, regardless of their color intensity.