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A couple are considered infertile if pregnancy does not occur after 12 months of unprotected intercourse. Infertility affects approximately 10 to 15% of couples in the reproductive age group and approximately 40% of infertility problems are due to sperm. This test conveniently and accurately determines male fertility potential in the privacy of the home.
For more information on infertility click here. For more information on fertilization click here.
Male Fertility Test - 2 Tests per Pack - U CHOOSE Which One
We are offering 2 different testsso you can choose which one you would like!
Detailed below are the differences between the 2 tests.
The Test-Point Kit allows you to determine if a sperm sample has normal or less than normal activity. Normal activity is associated with a better chance for pregnancy.
There are 2 tests included in this pack.
For more information on male fertility click here.
BabyStart Test - Fertilcount Test
This test kit allows a man to test his fertility potential, privately and discreetly in their own home. The purpose of this test is to determine whether a sample is above or below the WHO cut-off point for fertility, 15 million per mL of sperm. The ONLY Home/OTC Male Fertility Test that complies with the WHO standard cut off of 15ml/ml.
We offer SINGLE and DOUBLE test packs.
If you wish to read further information about male fertility please click here.
Code: FERTSCORE
Price: UK£ 11.95
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Product Instructions
For full Test Point instructions
on how to use these tests click here. For full BabyStart instructions
on how to use these tests click here.
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We are offering 2 different testsso you can choose which one you would like!
Detailed below are the differences between the 2 tests.
The Test-Point Combi Pack is suitable for you to do at home
and measures the levels of Fertility for both men and women.
There are 2 tests included in this pack.
For more information on male fertility click here.
BabyStart Test - Fertilcount Test and 2 x Female Fertility Tests
The purpose of the Male Fertility Test is to determine whether a sample is above or below the WHO cut-off point for fertility, 15 million per mL of sperm. The ONLY Home/OTC Male Fertility Test that complies with the WHO standard cut off of 15ml/ml. The Female Fertility Test detects at a level of 25mU/ml.
There are 2 tests included in this pack.
If you wish to read further information about male fertility please click here.
Code: MAFEFERTST
Price: UK£ 2.39
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Product Instructions
For full Test Point instructions
click here. For full BabyStart instructions
click here. For full Female Fertility Test instructions click here.
Other Product Matches - click the links below to find out more!
The male must produce a sufficient number of normal, actively moving sperm in order to achieve conception and according to the World Health Organisation a man needs 20 million sperm per mL to be considered fertile. The Test-Point Test Kit will tell you whether the sperm concentration in the test sample is below 20 million/mL motile sperm (negative test) or above 20 million/mL motile sperm (positive test). A positive result is going to be good news although it’s not proof of fertility. A negative result is not all bad news because it saves you months of trying to have a baby - in this case we suggest you get along to the doctor for professional help and advice.
This test can help to identify the potential of male fertility in the privacy of your home.
BabyStart - FertilCount Test
The babystart® FertilCount™ Male Fertility test kit allows a man to test his fertility potential, in the privacy of his own home.
Testing for low sperm count in men, how does it work?
The babystart® FertilCount™ Male Fertility test cassette simply works by staining the sperm cells (DNA) in a semen sample to produce a blue colour. The more sperm cells that are stained in the sample then the darker the 'test well' becomes.
Clinical trials have rated our babystart® FertilCount™ Male Fertility test to have a 97% ACCURACY of identifying whether a sample is above or below the WHO cut off point for fertility, 20 million per mL of sperm.
Simple and discreet;
First collect a semen sample. The semen sample can be collected directly into the plastic liquefaction cup provided.
Once the semen sample is in the plastic cup, place the lid on the cup and gently swirl the contents of the cup for at least 10 times around the cup. Wait at least 15 minutes but not longer than 12 hours before testing the sample. Just before testing, swirl the cup contents around several times more.
Open the re-sealable pouch by tearing or cutting at the notches. Remove the contents and place a test cassette on a flat surface with the sample wells facing upwards.
Swirl the plastic cup before removing the lid. Hold and squeeze the plastic dropper at its midpoint. Place the angled tip into the semen sample and release the pressure slowly. As you do this semen will be drawn into the dropper.
By gently squeezing the dropper add ONE drop of semen to the Test Well, let the drop soak in for at least one minute.
Add TWO drops of BLUE solution to the same Test Well B. Let the drops soak in for at least one minute.
Add TWO drops of CLEAR solution to the TEST Well B. Let the drops soak in for at least one minute.
READ the test results within 5 minutes of this step.
Reading the TEST Results:
Compare the colour intensity of Test Well B with the colour of Well A (Reference Well).
POSITIVE TEST: will be indicated if the colour seen in Test well A is the same as or greater than Reference Well A. This means the sperm count is equal to or greater than 20 million per mL.
NEGATIVE TEST: will be indicated if the colour in the Test Well B is less than the colour in the Reference Well A. This means the sperm count is less than 20 million per mL.
If you are unsure of the results of the test, take a second test. The second test should not be repeated until at least 3 days later but not more than 7 days after the first test.
If both tests were positive then your sperm count is equal to or greater than 20 million per mL. However, if either or both of the tests were negative then we recommend you consult your doctor with a view to having a full semen analysis performed.
Test Point Male Fertility Test
The Test-Point Kit allows you to determine if a sperm sample has normal or less than normal activity. Normal activity is associated with a better chance for pregnancy.
Warnings and precautions
Store kit away from children.
The blue colour dye is not for human consumption and is toxic if swallowed.
The blue colour dye is a skin, eye and respiratory track irritant.
Read carefully all the information in this pamphlet before performing the test. First make sure you are familiar with the test.
Avoid all contact with the tip of the colour dye bottle to minimize the risk of contaminating the dye.
Storage and use
The Test-Point Kit must be stored at 2-30°C in the closed box. Opening the colour dye bottle will not restrict the shelf life of the dye as long as all contact between the tip of the bottle or the dye is avoided.
The test must be performed at room temperature (20-30°C). When the test is performed in a very cold room the temperature of the water in the cup will decrease too quickly, which might render false negative test results. The test tubes and funnels can only be used once, discard after use and use a fresh set for the second test.
Instructions for use
STEP 1
The dye in the reagent bottle should be dark blue, similar to the colour marked “Control” on the colour chart. If the dye is clear or pink it is defective and the kit should be returned. If the colour is normal continue with step 2.
STEP 2
Unwrap one test tube and one funnel. Remove the blue cap from the test tube and screw the funnel on in its place. Do not dispose of the blue cap because you will need it later in the test. Ejaculate by masturbation into the funnel. Place the test tube with the attached funnel in the holder opening of the box.
STEP 3
Wait 30 minutes for the sperm sample to turn liquid and to drain through the funnel into the test tube. Unscrew the funnel and discard it in the rubbish bin.
STEP 4
Lift the test tube from the holder and note which number on the test tube is closest to the top of the sperm sample. If the top is half way or more between two numbers note the higher one. This is the number of drops of the dye that you will be adding to the sperm sample (IF THE TOP OF THE SPERM SAMPLE IS BELOW THE NUMBER 1 - WHICH IS ETCHED ON THE CONICAL PART OF THE TEST TUBE - THE SAMPLE IS TOO SMALL TO PRODUCE AN ACCURATE TEST). Invert the reagent bottle over the top of the test tube and gently squeeze out the correct number of drops of the dye onto the sperm sample. Screw the blue cap back on the test tube and shake sufficiently to mix the test liquid and the sperm sample. The sample should now appear blue or purple. Place the test tube temporarily in the test tube holder of the box.
STEP 5
Run hot tap water until it is just too hot to touch. Quickly fill the plastic cup approximately to the “175” mark with the hot (NOT BOILING) water. If the water is at the correct temperature the word TEST will appear clearly on the thermometer strip in the cup. An arrow pointing up will appear if the water is too hot. Wait a few minutes until the word TEST appears. An arrow pointing down will appear if the water is not hot enough. Discard some of the water and add hot water. When the strip says TEST, snap the plastic cap on the cup and insert the test tube through the cap and into the water. The bottom of the test tube should touch the bottom of the cup. Write down the time and place the cup in its holder. (Note that the word TEST will be visible for only a short time after the test tube is inserted and it will be replaced by the arrow pointing down. There is no need to add hot water to maintain the temperature). Keep the cup away from open windows or air conditioners. It is helpful to practice this step even before collecting a sperm sample.
STEP 6
Exactly sixty (60) minutes later remove the test tube from the cup, dry the outside with a towel or tissue and shake the test tube vigorously 4 or 5 times. This should evenly distribute the colour throughout the sperm sample.
STEP 7
Using the white portion of the colour chart as a background compare the colour of the sperm sample with the colour chart. Hold the test tube and the colour chart 7 to 10 cm (3 to 4 inches) from an incandescent (NOT FLUORESCENT) light. Move the test tube along the row of colours until you come to the best match even though it may not be perfect. Note whether the best match is in the Positive (+) group (normal fertility potential) or Negative (-) group (less than normal fertility potential). IT IS VERY IMPORTANT NOT TO HAVE ANY FLUORESCENT LIGHTS ON DURING THE READING OF THE TEST RESULTS.
Interpretation
Because the expected colour change of the test is from dark blue to red and pink, a person with colour blindness for the colour red should not perform the interpretation of the results.
If the colour match is in the Positive group there is an 86% chance that sperm activity is normal (20 million or more active sperm per millilitre of fluid) and fertility potential is good. This does not guarantee that a pregnancy will occur because many factors, both male and female, affect fertility. If a pregnancy does not occur in 4 months a physician should be consulted.
If the colour match is in the Negative group there is an 86% chance that the sperm activity is below normal (less than 20 million active sperm per millilitre of fluid). Pregnancy is less likely but certainly not impossible. A doctor should be consulted. A NEGATIVE RESULT DOES NOT MEAN THAT A PREGNANCY CANNOT OCCUR AND IT SHOULD NOT BE USED AS A REASON FOR AVOIDING USE OF CONTRACEPTION.
Questions and answers
Q Why does the kit contain material for two tests?
A Sperm quality can vary from one sperm sample to the next in the same individual, depending on activity, diet, environment and unknown factors. Thus the result of the first test should be compared to that of a second test performed after an interval of at least one week. In most instances the two tests will be the same. If they differ it is best to obtain an evaluation of the semen in a medical laboratory.
Q How long should I abstain prior to the test?
A Avoid ejaculation for at least three days but not more than ten days before the day of the test.
Q Thirty minutes after ejaculation the majority of the specimen is still on the funnel and it has not entered the test tube. Should I wait longer?
A Yes. Wait another 10 minutes. If, at that time, the sperm sample is still on the funnel the test should be cancelled. Consult your physician. On the other hand it is normal to have a small amount of specimen remaining on the funnel. This does not interfere with the test.
Q The top of my specimen was closest to the number 2. By mistake I added 4 drops of test liquid instead of 2 drops. Should I continue the test?
A No. The result may not be valid. Discard this test and three days later do another one, using the second set of test material.
Q What can cause a low sperm count or poor sperm movement?
A. Excessive heat, for example from use of hot tubs or from fevers, can depress sperm quantity and quality. High fevers may have a negative influence on the test results for up to 3 months after the illness. Illicit drugs, heavy alcohol use and cigarette smoking can all depress sperm counts or sperm movement. Sperm also can be affected adversely by a number of medications. There are many conditions that can cause low sperm quality and commonly these can be cured. If the condition can not be cured, techniques of artificial reproduction can still be successfully applied in the majority of cases.
Q Can I collect the sperm sample in a condom?
A No. The usual condoms contain a chemical that kills sperm. There are non-medicated sheaths that can be used. Ask your physician where they can be obtained. Do not collect the sperm sample by withdrawal at intercourse because the first part of the ejaculate that contains the best sperm may be lost.
Q My sperm sample did not reach the 1 mark on the test tube. What can I do?
A Try once more with a longer period (10 days) of abstinence. This may allow for building up the volume of the sperm sample. If after the second try, the sperm sample still does not reach to 1 mark, consult a physician for further investigation.
The hormone F.S.H. can be raised in women with irregular
periods and will steadily rise as a woman gets older. As menopause approaches the levels get particularly high and act as an early warning
system. With this test a negative result is going to be good news although
its not proof of fertility. A positive test result suggests your fertility
is reduced and we recommend that you see your doctor to discuss the results
and perhaps have more tests done.
When do you use the Test ?
The first morning urine is recommended because it contains
the highest levels of F.S.H. Testing at any other time of the day may
give false negative test results.
How do you use the Test?
Precautions:
Read all instructions carefully before performing the
test.
Do not use after the expiration date on the foil pouch.
Store in a dry place place, do not freeze.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Do not open the foil pouch until you are ready to begin testing.
Do not use if the foil pouch has been opened or damaged.
When to test
The test can be taken at any time during the month and then the second test should be taken 1 week later. We recommend that you test using first morning urine as it contains the most hormone and so will give a more accurate result.
Instructions
When ready to urinate remove
the test stick from the foil pouch. Discard the foil packet.
Remove the protective pink cap from the test stick
to expose the absorbent tip. Do not throw the cap
away.
Hold the test stick by the
thumb grip with the exposed absorbent tip pointing downwards and place
directly into the urine stream for at least 10 seconds, until it is
thoroughly wet. Do not urinate on the control or result window.
If you prefer you may urinate into a clean cup then immerse the absorbent
tip into the urine for 10-15 seconds.
Remove the test from the urine
stream and replace the protective cap over the wet absorbent tip.
Lay the test stick on a clean,
even surface with the viewing windows facing upwards, while you wait
for the result. You may notice a pink colour moving
across the windows as the test begins to work.
Wait three minutes before reading the result.
A pink/purple line should form
in the small square window, this is the control window and indicates
that the test is complete and working properly. If a line does not appear
in the control window, the test is invalid.
Results
Do not read the results after 10 minutes.
Positive
A pink/purple line in the circular
window (test window) whose colour intensity is of equal or greater colour
intensity (darker) than the line in the square window (control).
Negative
If only one coloured line appears in the square window
(control) the result is negative. If a second band (the test band) appears
below the first line, which is lighter than the first line, then the result
is also negative.
Invalid
If no coloured lines appear in either window or a line appears in the test window but not the control band then the test is invalid and you should repeat using a new test.
What should I do with my results?
If the test result is positive, repeat the test one week
later using the second dipstick to confirm the result. F.S.H. elevates
for short periods in normal cycles but it is the extended elevation of
F.S.H., which could indicate pre-menopausal state. If the second test
is also positive you should make an appointment to visit your doctor.
A positive result means that F.S.H.
levels are high, this can be an indicator of a pre-menopausal state and if symptoms such as irregular periods, hot flushes,
mood swings, insomnia and fatigue exist, you should discuss your results
and symptoms with your doctor.
A Negative Test result indicates that your F.S.H.
levels are not raised. However, if you do have irregular periods or any
menopause-like symptoms we still recommend you see your doctor.
We offer most of your usual clearblue products at very low prices, but we also have designed a few combination packs that have been heavily reduced to offer you fantastic value for money.
For example;
Clearblue Digital Pregnancy Tests - 2 Test Pack
Code: CLBDIGPREG
Price: UK£13.99
Clearblue Digital Ovulation Tests - 7 Test Pack
Code: CLOVDIGMID
Price: UK£22.99
Clearblue Digital Ovulation Tests - 20 Test Pack
Code: CLBDIGOV20
Price: UK£22.99
20 Clearblue Fertility Monitor Test Sticks
Code: CBFERTSTICKSX20
Price: UK£ 19.99
Clearblue Fertility Monitor
Code: CLBMON
Price: UK£19.99
Persona Monitor Test Sticks
Code: PERSOSTK
Price: UK£ 11.95
Persona Starter Monitor Pack Incl. 8 Test Sticks
Code: PERSO
Price: UK£ 11.95
For more information and to order these tests and other clearblue products click here.
