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In summary, we have shown that by using the intact hCG reagent for pregnancy testing, false positive results among cancer patients are decreased by more than 90%. Clinically, this reduces the amount of unwarranted follow-up testing and prevents improper medical care such as surgery or chemotherapy.
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3 Απρ 2017 · Of the remaining 297 eligible women, 103 (35%) received pregnancy testing prior to chemotherapy. Three screening tests were positive of the 103 pregnancy tests ordered. Follow up testing revealed 2 were true positives and 1 was a false positive.
The FIRST RESPONSETM Early Result Pregnancy Test is designed to detect hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) as early 6 days before your missed period (5 days before day of the expected period). You can use the test at any time of day. You do not have to use first morning urine.
Results of non-invasive prenatal testing are inconclusive in women with cancer and alternatives for prenatal anomaly screening should be used. Especially in women treated with chemotherapy, serial ultrasounds are strongly recommended to follow-up fetal growth and cervical length.
Some pregnancy tests, such as FIRST RESPONSE Early Result and FIRST RESPONSE™ Digital Pregnancy Test can give you an answer before you've even missed a period. FIRST RESPONSE™ Digital Pregnancy Test detected pregnancy hormone levels in 60% of pregnant women 5 days before their expected period.
Here, we provide the ESMO Clinical Practice Guidelines for managing patients diagnosed with cancer during pregnancy. Also, we provide guidance on fertility considerations for women desiring pregnancy following cancer diagnosis.
A positive (pregnant) test result shows that the pregnancy hormone (hCG) was detected, which normally indicates pregnancy. You must see your doctor to confirm that you are pregnant. If you test positive, but think you may not be pregnant, you should check with your doctor.
