FSH Rapid Test Midstream Rapid Test Kits Detection For Follicle Stimulating Hormone

A rapid test for the qualitative detection of follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) in urine CE (FFS-103) and CE0123 (FFS-103H) certified

Applications: 

The FSH Rapid Test Midstream (Urine) is a rapid chromatographic immunoassay for the qualitative detection of follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) in urine to aid in the detection of menopause.

Description: 

Menopause is the permanent cessation of menstruation but is usually not scientifically diagnosed until one full year after a woman’s menstrual periods have stopped. The period leading up to menopause, and the 12 months following, is known as perimenopause. Many women experience symptoms during this time including hot flashes, irregular menstrual cycles, sleep disorders, vaginal dryness, hair loss, anxiety and mood swings, short-term memory loss and fatigue. The onset of perimenopause is caused by changes in the levels of hormones in the female body that regulate the menstrual cycle. As the body produces less and less , it increases its production of FSH, which normally regulates the development of a female’s eggs.^1-3

Therefore, testing for FSH can help determine whether a woman is in the perimenopause stage. If a woman knows she is perimenopausal, she can take the appropriate steps to keep her body healthy and avoid the health risks associated with menopause, which include osteoporosis, increased blood pressure and cholesterol, and increased risk of heart disease.^4,5

The FSH Rapid Test Midstream is a rapid test that qualitatively detects the FSH level in urine specimen at the sensitivity of 25 mIU/mL. The test utilizes a combination of antibodies including a monoclonal anti-FSH antibody to selectively detect elevated levels of FSH.

How to use? 

Allow the test, urine specimen and/or controls to reach room temperature (15-30°C) prior to testing.

1. Determine the day to begin testing. (See the above section: “WHEN TO START TESTING”).
2. Bring the pouch to room temperature before opening it. Remove the test midstream from the sealed pouch and use it as soon as possible.
3. Take down the cap of the midstream, then urinate on it or place the head of sponge(≥2/3) into urine sample in a clean cup at least 15 seconds(see illustration below).
4. Cover the cap on the testing midstream, then lay down the products on a clean and stable desk with the test and control window face upwards, and then start the timer immediately.
5. As the test begins to work, you may notice a light colored flow moving across the test and control window. Read the result at 3 minutes. Do not interpret the result after 10 minutes.

INTERPRETATION OF RESULTS

(Please refer to the illustration)

POSITIVE:

Two lines are visible and the line in test line region (T) is the same as or darker than the line in the control line region (C). A positive result means that the FSH level is higher than normal. Record the results and see the chart below to interpret results.

NEGATIVE:

Two lines are visible, but the line in the test line region (T) is lighter than the line in the control line region (C), or there is no line in the test line region (T). A negative result means that the FSH level is not elevated at this time. Record the results and see the chart below to interpret results.

INVALID:

Control line fails to appear. Insufficient specimen volume or incorrect procedural techniques are the most likely reasons for control line failure. Review the procedure and repeat the test with a new test. If the problem persists, discontinue using the test kit immediately and contact your local distributor.