*missymouse sharing some of the notes she found on internet with her classmates*
What is the best time of day to take the ovulation test?
Unlike pregnancy tests, morning (first morning urine) is not the best time to collect samples for ovulation tests, as LH is synthesized in your body early in the morning and will not appear in your urine until the afternoon. The ideal time to test is in the afternoon, around 2pm, though testing may safely take place from 10am to early evening.
Q: Should I take the test the same time every day?
Yes, be sure to test at the same time each day. Also, reduce your liquid intake around 2 hours before testing as a diluted liquid sample can prevent or hinder LH detection.
Q: How long after my LH surge will ovulation take place?
Generally, ovulation will take place 12-48 hours after the LH surge is first detected (using afternoon urine samples), though 36 hours is considered to be the average length of time following the LH surge.
Q: When I get a positive on an ovulation test, when is the best time to have intercourse?
To increase the chance of conception, it is best to have intercourse the day of the LH surge as well as following three days after.