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Can A Ovulation Test Predict Pregnancy?
An ovulation home test is used by women to help identify the time in the menstrual cycle when they're most likely to become pregnant
The test works by detecting a rise in luteinizing hormone (LH) in the urine. Such a rise, or surge, signals the ovary to release the egg. This at-home test is often used by women to help predict ovulation.
These kits can be bought at most drug stores.
Alternative Names
Luteinizing hormone urine test (home test); Ovulation prediction test; Urinary LH...
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