0123 0123 One Step - FSH Home Menopause Test Kit Midstream (Urine) Package Insert - 25 mlU- For Self Testing One Step - FSH Home Menopause Test Kit Midstream (Urine) Package Insert - 25 mlU- For Self Testing In women, elevated levels of FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone) is associated with low estrogen and the stages of menopause. In women, elevated levels of FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone) is associated with low estrogen and the stages of menopause. The FSH Menopause Test detects FSH in urine at concentrations of 25 mIU/ml or greater. It can help you to determine if your hot flushes, irregular periods and other health symptoms are menopause related. The FSH Menopause Test detects FSH in urine at concentrations of 25 mIU/ml or greater. It can help you to determine if your hot flushes, irregular periods and other health symptoms are menopause related. Test Kit includes 2 (two) FSH Home Menopause Tests and Complete Instructions. Test Kit includes 2 (two) FSH Home Menopause Tests and Complete Instructions. Directions for Use Directions for Use Read all instructions carefully. Read all instructions carefully. 1. Remove the test device from the protective pouch. 2. Remove the plastic cap to expose the absorbent tip. 3. Hold the handle of the test device so that the tip is pointing downwards. 4. Urinate on the tip until it is thoroughly wet (about ten seconds)*. 5. Replace the cap over the tip and lay the device on a flat service with the window facing up. Wait for the test result. 6. Read results at 5 minutes. Do not read after 10 minutes. * Alternatively, you may urinate into a clean, dry cup or container; dip the tip into the urine for about ten seconds. 1. Remove the test device from the protective pouch. 2. Remove the plastic cap to expose the absorbent tip. 3. Hold the handle of the test device so that the tip is pointing downwards. 4. Urinate on the absorbent tip until it is thoroughly wet (about ten seconds)*. 5. Replace the cap over the tip and lay the device on a flat service with the window facing up. Wait for the test result. 6. Read results at 5 minutes. Do not read after 10 minutes. * Alternatively, you may urinate into a clean, dry cup or container; dip the tip into the urine for about ten seconds. Note: The first morning urine contains the highest level of FSH and is the best for testing. Urine collected during the day will contain lower levels of FSH and may cause false negatives. Do not drink excess fluids after midnight before testing in the morning. The test can taken at any time during your cycle and that the second test should be taken 1 week later. Note: The first morning urine contains the highest level of FSH and is the best for testing. Urine collected during the day will contain lower levels of FSH and may cause false negatives. Do not drink excess fluids after midnight before testing in the morning. The test can taken at any time during your cycle and that the second test should be taken 1 week later. Store at room temperature 15-30 C (59-86 F) For in-vitro diagnostic use only. Not for internal use. Keep away from children. Each test should be used only once. Discard after use. Store at room temperature 15-30 C (59-86 F) For in-vitro diagnostic use only. Not for internal use. Keep away from children. Each test should be used only once. Discard after use. 0123 0123 How to read the result How to read the result Keep the test device on a flat surface for 5 minutes and read the result. There should be a pink line (control line) that appears in the small square control window to tell you that (1) the test is valid and (2) the test is completed. Keep the test device on a flat surface for 5 minutes and read the result. There should be a pink line (control line) that appears in the small square control window to tell you that (1) the test is valid and (2) the test is completed. NEGATIVE Two lines are visible, but the line in the test window (T) is lighter than the one in the reference window (C), OR there is no line in the test window (T). This indicates that you are probably not experiencing perimenopause in this cycle. NEGATIVE Two lines are visible, but the line in the test window (T) is lighter than the one in the reference window (C), OR there is no line in the test window (T). This indicates that you are probably not experiencing perimenopause in this cycle. POSITIVE Two lines are visible and the line in the test window (T) is the same as or darker than the one in the reference window (C). This indicates that your FSH level is higher than normal and you may be experiencing perimenopause. Testing should be repeated after 5 to 7 days. POSITIVE Two lines are visible and the line in the test window (T) is the same as or darker than the one in the reference window (C). This indicates that your FSH level is higher than normal and you may be experiencing perimenopause. Testing should be repeated after 5 to 7 days. INVALID Reference line fails to appear. The result is invalid if no red line appears in the reference window (C), even if a line appears in the test window (T). You should repeat with a new midstream test. INVALID Reference line fails to appear. The result is invalid if no red line appears in the reference window (C), even if a line appears in the test window (T). You should repeat with a new midstream test. Understanding your results Understanding your results For women experiencing menopausal symptoms who have had no menstrual cycle for the past 12 months: 1st Test - Positive Interpretation - Menopause has most likely occurred. You may want to repeat the test, but discuss the results with your doctor to confirm them and discuss therapies to promote good health after menopause. For women experiencing menopausal symptoms who have had no menstrual cycle for the past 12 months: 1st Test - Positive Interpretation - Menopause has most likely occurred. You may want to repeat the test, but discuss the results with your doctor to confirm them and discuss therapies to promote good health after menopause. For women experiencing perimenopausal symptoms plus irregular menstrual cycles: 1st Test – Positive, 2nd Test – Positive Interpretation - Most likely in perimenopause. Discuss results with doctor. Do not discontinue contraception. 1st Test – Positive, 2nd Test – Negative OR 1st Test – Negative, 2Nd Test – Positive Interpretation - May be in early stages of perimenopause. Discuss results with doctor. Do not discontinue contraception 1st Tests – Negative, 2nd Test - Negative Interpretation - Most likely not experiencing perimenopause this cycle. If symptoms persist, repeat testing in the following month or see your doctor about other possible causes for your symptoms. Graphical Symbols Used Lot number Expiry date For women experiencing perimenopausal symptoms plus irregular menstrual cycles: 1st Test – Positive, 2nd Test – Positive Interpretation - Most likely in perimenopause. Discuss results with doctor. Do not discontinue contraception. 1st Test – Positive, 2nd Test – Negative OR 1st Test – Negative, 2Nd Test – Positive Interpretation - May be in early stages of perimenopause. Discuss results with doctor. Do not discontinue contraception 1st Tests – Negative, 2nd Test - Negative Interpretation - Most likely not experiencing perimenopause this cycle. If symptoms persist, repeat testing in the following month or see your doctor about other possible causes for your symptoms. Graphical Symbols Used Manufacturer D Do not reuse Storage temperature In vitro diagnostic device AI DE Diagnostica Co. Ltd., 141 Zhu Zhou Road, Quingdao High–Tech Industrial Park, 266101 Shandong, P.R. China. Distributed in the UK by Home Health UK Ltd Tel: 01923 711 511, Website: www.homehealth-uk.com, Email info@homehealth-uk.com Read instructions before use Lot number Expiry date Manufacturer D Do not reuse Storage temperature In vitro diagnostic device AI DE Diagnostica Co. Ltd., 141 Zhu Zhou Road, Quingdao High–Tech Industrial Park, 266101 Shandong, P.R. China. Distributed in the UK by Home Health UK Ltd Tel: 01923 711 511, Website: www.homehealth-uk.com, Email info@homehealth-uk.com Read instructions before use