Hoopsy Pregnancy Test Instructions
The Hoopsy Eco Pregnancy Test can detect hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin, the hormone that your body produces in the early stages of pregnancy) in your urine at a concentration level of 25mIU/ml or greater to reveal if you are pregnant or not.
THE SCIENCE
The Hoopsy Eco Pregnancy Test is a rapid chromatographic immunoassay test that detects if hCG is in your urine. hCG is a glycoprotein hormone produced by the developing placenta shortly after your egg has been fertilised. hCG levels can vary from woman to woman, it can be detected in urine as early as 7 to 10 days after conception. hCG levels continue to rise rapidly, doubling every 48 to 72 hours, frequently exceeding 100mIU/mL by your first missed menstrual period, and peaking in the 100,000 -200,000IU/mL range about 10-12 weeks into pregnancy. The appearance of hCG in urine soon after conception, and its subsequent rapid rise in concentration during early gestational growth, make it an excellent marker for the early detection of pregnancy.
What time of day should I test?
If you are testing before your expected period, we recommend using your first urine of the day. Otherwise, you can test at any time of the day. Quick note, drinking too much water the day before testing could dilute your urine causing your levels of hCG to be too low to be detected.
Step 1
When you’re ready to take your pregnancy test, open a pouch by tearing along the notch.
Step 2
Hold the end with the Hoopsy logo and place the other end in your urine stream (or dip it into a cup of collected urine) for 10 seconds. Try not to wee past the MAX line. For the most accurate results, test with your first urine of the day.
Step 3
Place the test on a clean, dry, and flat surface with the logo facing you. While you wait for your result (which may take 5 to 10 minutes depending on urine concentration), download the free Hoopsy app.
Step 4
Once your result appears, take a photo of it in the app. Hoopsy will interpret the result for you—no more second-guessing! You can even choose to hear the result read aloud.
Step 5
Once your result appears, we’ll guide you on your next steps based on your result and what you were hoping for.
Note: A low hCG concentration might result in a weak line appearing in the results area after an extended period of time; therefore, do not read the result after 30 minutes. Avoid the following when using your test;
- Pointing the test urine tip down
- Holding the test in your urine stream for less than 10 seconds or over the MAX line
Results
Once you’ve taken your test and waited 5 minutes, it’s time to read your result. Your Hoopsy pregnancy test will show either Pregnant, Not Pregnant, or Invalid—as shown below. Here’s how to tell what your result means:
PREGNANT
Two pink lines appear, one line may be lighter than the other (if you are unsure if you can see 2 lines try holding the test at arm’s length). The test is positive and has detected the hCG pregnancy hormone in a concentration of 25mIU/mL or more, therefore you are pregnant. The background of the test lines may appear white to light pink, but should not interfere with your ability to read the result. You should talk to your doctor for prenatal care and/or advice.
NOT PREGNANT
One pink line appears. The test is negative and no hCG has been detected therefore you are not pregnant. However, if after seven days you still do not get your period, you should retest with a new test. If you still get a negative result and your period has not started, you should see your doctor.
INVALID
No line appears, or only one line on the end nearest the max line text. The test is invalid. Take another test to find out your result, unfortunately you cannot assume you are or aren’t pregnant, make sure that you follow the instructions carefully.
