Check the kit’s expiry date and read the instructions on the package
Wash your hands
Collect urine in a clean, dry container if required
Use first-morning urine if possible
Open the test strip or device only when ready to use it
Place the test strip in the urine up to the marked line, or apply urine to the sample well as instructed
Keep the test on a flat surface
Wait for the time mentioned in the instructions
Check the result within the recommended time window
Read the control line and test line according to the kit guide
If the result is unclear or negative but your period is late, repeat the test after a few days
If the result is positive, contact a healthcare professional
Dispose of the used kit properly