What happens if my ovulation test is always negative?
A negative LH test does not mean that you’re not fertile, or that ovulation will not occur. This only means that no LH surge has been detected at the time you tested, so it is encouraged to keep testing. You may need to test more often, 2-3 times a day to catch the surge.
Can you still ovulate with negative OPK?
A: Even though the OPK shows no LH and is negative it is still possible to ovulate. The LH test is not the best way to determine exactly if and when you ovulate. Sometimes the OPK is only positive for 8-12 hours, so if you test once a day it’s normal to miss the positive test.
Can ovulation sticks be wrong?
While ovulation test strips can determine your most fertile days, they’re not 100 percent accurate. But don’t worry too much — they can have an accuracy rate up to 99 percent, depending on your menstrual cycle.
Why do I never get a positive ovulation test?
Another possible reason you won’t get a positive result is you’re not ovulating. It’s not abnormal to have one off cycle, once in a while. However, if you don’t get a positive result after a few months, or if your cycles are irregular, talk to your doctor.
Why is my LH surge not detected?
If you have not ovulated during your testing days, you will not have detected the LH surge. It is probable that ovulation has not occurred. At times, women may experience an anovulatory cycle during which an egg is not released. Unfortunately, the best thing to do is to continue testing.
Can you use first morning urine for OPK?
Don’t take the test during your first pee of the morning. Before taking a test, don’t drink a lot of water (this can dilute the test). Make sure not to urinate for about four hours before taking the test. Follow the instructions closely.
Why am I not getting LH surge?
Can I get pregnant if no LH surge?
Is it possible to ovulate without a LH surge? No, it’s not possible to ovulate without a LH surge. That’s because LH is a hormone released by the pituitary gland and plays a fundamental role in the egg’s growth and maturation; a large burst of LH induces the release of a mature egg.
What time of day is LH highest?
Ovulation is related in time to the onset of the LH surge, and occurs 40–45 h following the onset of this surge as detected in blood. The commonest time for the LH surge (as detected in blood) to commence is between 05:00 and 09:00.