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Ovulation Test Product Manual

INDICATIONS FOR USE The Frida Fertility Ovulation Prediction Test is an immunochromatographic one step in vitro assay It will detect the presence of human Luteinizing Hormone in urine and is designed to be used to predict the time of ovulation in women It is a fast accurate and convenient method to determine when the female body will ovulate the most likely time for conception to occur This device is intended for self testing HOW IT WORKS When the Lutenizing Hormone LH in your body begins to rise it signals to your brain that it s time to release an egg It s most likely to occur during a 24 hour period 1 to 3 days following the LH surge The ovulation window only opens once a cycle and for only about 24 hours Because the timing is di erent for everyone tracking your LH levels helps detect your 24 48 hour peak fertility window HERE S WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE Luteinizing Hormone LH Fertile Window LH Peak Ovulation Window Egg is likely to be released up to 36 hours after LH peak 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 28 Day Cycle Scenario Definitions Fertile Window 2 more fertile days at the start of the LH surge and the day of ovulation 1 2 LH peak most likely day of a positive LH test Ovulation Window up to 36 hour timeframe after LH peak where ovulation is likely to occur Babymaking Window because sperm can live up to 5 days in the body it s recommended to start trying to conceive during the 5 days before ovulation e g cycle day 10 14 1 2 1 Faust L M S et al Fertil Steril 2019 112 3 450 457 2 Wilcox A J et al N Engl J Med 1995 333 23 1517 1521 2

WARNINGS PRECAUTIONS PRECAUTIONS Keep out of reach of children For external use only Store tests between 48 F 86 F 9 C 30 C Do not freeze Keep away from direct sunlight moisture and heat LIMITATIONS OF THE TEST For in vitro diagnostic use only Single use device Do not reuse Do not open the test strip until ready to conduct the test Do not use if the foil pouch has been opened ripped or punctured or if the strips are damaged in any way Do not use the test after the expiration date located on the wrapper Directions must be followed carefully for accurate results Always compare the color of the test line to that of the control line of the same device on the day the test is performed Do not compare lines from different devices Do not use the results of this test as an aid for contraception Consult a doctor if irregular or unusually long cycles are experienced The ovulation test should not be used when pregnancy is suspected Urine from pregnant women women in menopause or women who have recently received a hCG shot injection should not be used with this test and will cause inaccurate results WHAT S WHAT Thumb Grip hold test from here Control Line C indicates that the device is functioning correctly Test Line T indicates intensity of the LH Max Dip Line indicates the maximum level to dip in order to get an accurate reading Pee Pad absorbent tip that dips into urine sample 3

BEFORE GETTING STARTED You ll need to determine the length of your period cycle Use our chart below to find your ideal first test day to begin testing tracking your LH Need help We ve got you covered 1 Begin on the first day of your period your first day of full bleeding 2 Next determine the length of your period cycle from first day of full bleeding in your menstrual cycle to the next first day of your next menstrual cycle 3 Then refer to the cycle chart below to determine on which day of the menstrual cycle to begin testing aka CD or Cycle Day Cycle Chart Cycle Length in Days Day of Cycle to Start Testing 21 or less 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 or more 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 See questions section Sample Calendar 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Example if your cycle is normally 26 days the cycle chart indicates testing should begin on day 10 The first day of menstrual bleeding day 1 The day to begin testing day 10 HOW TO TEST Tip CONSISTENCY IS KEY test at the same time every day once or twice is up to you 1 Once you know your first test day Pick a time slot in the morning or afternoon that works best for you and set a daily phone reminder You will want to test at the same time each day Refer to the BEFORE GETTING STARTED section to determine when that is for your period cycle REMINDER time to test track Snooze 2 Try avoiding urinating 2 4 hours before testing OK Collect a urine sample in a freshly rinsed dry cup we recommend our Pee Cup MAX fill line 4

Open the test strip right before use by tearing along the notch and set aside Make sure to always pick test up by the thumb grip touching Pee Pad will invalidate your results 054 LBL 0002V0 Dip 10s Pee in cup 4 Store test between 48 F 86 F Do not freeze Keep away from direct sunlight moisture and heat Wait 3m Match Track 3 Dip the Pee Pad up to the MAX line for 10 seconds Do not allow the urine level to exceed the MAX line indicated by the arrows If it does the test will not perform correctly You will see the liquid slowly travel up towards the test line during this step 5 Lay test strip on a flat surface and wait 3 minutes to read your results Do not read the results past the 5 minutes 3 minutes See page 8 for the Ovulation Tracking System section for logging your results READ YOUR RESULTS Positive for the LH Surge If the test line is of equal or greater intensity equal or darker than the control line this is a positive result and a good indication that the LH surge is occurring Negative for the LH Surge If the test line is of lesser intensity lighter than the control line or cannot be seen this means that the LH surge is not in progress Note Listed below are some of the reasons why a surge may not be detected 1 2 3 4 Urine is collected at di erent time of each day The concentration of LH is too low to accurately detect Testing is performed too early or too late in the menstrual cycle Testing is stopped before the surge occurs and should have been continued for a few more days 5 A LH surge did not occur during this menstrual cycle Invalid Result If no color appears on the control line within 5 minutes the result is invalid Try again with another test strip 5

ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS Should I restrict my diet before taking the test No diet will not a ect the test results Does alcohol aspirin or any other common drug a ect the test If you have ingested or suspect you have ingested any alcohol aspirin or other drugs seek professional advice from a physician to confirm the test results Should the test be used for contraception No the test is not designed to prevent or help prevent conception and should not be used to do so Today s control line is a di erent shade of red than yesterday s Is this a concern No Variations in the control line will not a ect the test result Can test results be interpreted after five minutes No Test results must be read at 3 minutes After 5 minutes the test becomes invalid A negative result may change to a false positive within minutes after the end of the testing period which would not be an accurate reading A pink background color and vertical streaking appeared in the test line during the testing period Is this a concern No As long as the control line appears within 5 minutes the test is working properly My cycle length is outside the range shown in the table When should I begin testing If your cycle is 21 days or less start testing on day 5 If your cycle is longer than 40 days start testing 17 days before your next period However you should always consult your doctor if your cycle is under 21 days over 41 days or if you ve been diagnosed with a condition like polycystic ovary syndrome PCOS to help you determine your ovulation cycle Do I need to use all the strips No You can stop once you ve detected your LH surge and save the remaining tests to use next cycle if needed Can I begin testing if I ve recently stopped taking hormonal contraceptives Yes but your natural hormone pattern might have been disrupted by the hormonal contraceptive so it may take some time to stabilize You might want to wait 2 3 cycles before beginning I followed the directions but no color showed in the test line This may be because too much or too little urine was used or the test strip was not laid flat after being dipped in urine I ve done all the tests as instructed but I ve still not been able to detect my surge Why what should I do This can be because testing was stopped before the surge occurred and should have been continued for a few more days Some women do not ovulate each cycle or you might ovulate later than you expect If you can t detect your surge during your first cycle try testing twice a day in the next cycle If you continue having trouble consult your doctor to learn more 6

Ovulation Tracking System Product Manual

WHAT S WHAT Tracker Card Store test strips write down testing details Tracker Case LH Color Guide Discreetly store keep your test results Colored stickers to match test strip results Collapsible Pee Cup Collapsible convenience so you can test comfortably on the go HOW TO TRACK Picking matching your results to our sticker sheet will help you accurately track your LH surge 1 Tuck the test strip into the left most pocket of the insert card Feel free to mark the date on the card Note date time of test repeat the next day 8

2 Now match a sticker with a similar shade of darkness and place it just below the strip Even if the test strip fades the sticker will remember WARNING Do not use the stickers to interpret the results of your test They are to be used to track your ovulation strip results only and not for any diagnosis or detection If you have questions about your results please consult your doctor 3 Every time you take another test add the strip next to the previous ones There are three pockets and each pocket can hold a week s worth of tests This insert card fits inside the tracker case and can be replaced with a new insert next month if you are still tracking ovulation then Control Line Test Line 9

4 Now you just need to repeat this test every day and keep track of the color It s best to test for 15 days to see the full range of your hormone levels Yay more peeing in the cup The test line color will begin to fade after a couple of hours Invalid Test After testing for a while you ll notice a pattern When the test line is darkest that s your spike That s your magic window CONTACT Carefully follow these instructions for best results If you do not understand these instructions of use or have any questions please contact us at frida com help 054 LBL 0001V0 10

Collapsible Pee Cup Product Manual

HOW IT WORKS The Collapsible Pee Cup is a sample collection device intended to ease the process of urine collection for women It is intended to be compatible with the Frida Fertility Ovulation Prediction Test and Early Detection Pregnancy Tests FIRST TIME USERS CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS Wash and dry thoroughly before first use using only warm water and mild detergent Wash and dry thoroughly after each use in order to keep the cup clean and safe for handling between uses IMPORTANT Only use mild detergent to clean the Pee Cup Rinse thoroughly and ensure there is no detergent residue in the cup as this may invalidate the test results PRECAUTIONS Keep out of reach of children the Pee Cup is not a toy Pee can naturally stain or discolor the Pee Cup over time WARNING For safety and hygienic reasons do NOT share the Pee Cup Only use Pee Cup for its intended use Do not use for other reasons such as eating or drinking Do not use Pee Cup for any other purpose beyond collecting urine samples Do not use if the Pee Cup arrives or becomes damaged in any way BEFORE GETTING STARTED Tip Before collecting your urine sample ensure you have a flat surface nearby to set your cup once the sample has been collected 1 Gather your testing materials i e your Frida Fertility Ovulation Prediction Test and Early Detection Pregnancy Tests Test to Track Kit 2 Wash hands thoroughly before collecting urine sample 2

WHAT S WHAT excess liquid spout foldable handle testing material rest collapsible cup MAX fill line CONTENTS 1 Pee Cup 1 Storage Bag HOW TO USE Reminder Wash hands thoroughly before collecting urine sample Wash dry Pee Cup before after each use 1 Fully expand the cup by ensuring the bottom and the handle are extended Hold the Pee Cup by the handle 2 Before using your Pee Cup sit on the toilet and urinate a small amount 3

3 Point the Pee Cup towards you and insert it into the toilet Place it at a close distance from your urethra and urinate until it is about half way full Pull out and finish urinating into the toilet 4 Discard excess urine into the toilet until you reach the MAX fill line indicator on the Pee Cup MAX fill line 5 Dip your testing material i e Ovulation Test or Pregnancy Test for however long indicated in its respective instruction guide Note Refer to your test for the proper application depth of the test strip The Pee Cup holds pee at a depth of 0 36 inches 9 26 mm when filled to the MAX fill line Incorrect insertion depth may invalidate the result 6 Gently rest the testing material i e Ovulation Test or Pregnancy Test flat on the holder until the results are ready to interpret Do not apply downward pressure on the Pee Cup to avoid spills Refer to your test s instructions to determine if a rest step is needed or for how long 4

CLEANING STORAGE TRANSPORTATION 1 Clean thoroughly with warm water and dish soap for at least 30 seconds while rubbing all parts of the cup to remove any residue Rinse well to ensure all soap is removed Only use mild soap water and and rinse soap thoroughly Do not place in dishwasher 2 Dry thoroughly and fold the Pee Cup Store in a clean dry place Keep dry Keep away from sunlight Store at room temperature between uses 3 Always keep the Pee Cup folded when moving or transporting it to prevent damage to the handle ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS Can I sanitize my Pee Cup You may boil the Pee Cup in water to sanitize it Let the Pee Cup cool down to room temperature and dry thoroughly prior to use Is the Pee Cup dishwasher safe It is not recommended to place the Pee Cup in the dishwasher How much liquid do I need for testing Refer to your test for the proper application depth of the test strip The Pee Cup holds pee at a depth of 0 36 inches 9 26 mm when filled to the MAX fill line Incorrect insertion depth may invalidate the result How much liquid does it hold It can hold up to 3 8 fl oz 112 5 ml CONTACT Carefully follow these instructions for best results If you do not understand these instructions of use or have any questions please contact us at frida com help 055 LBL 0001V0 5