Stix can detect hCG at 20mIU/hCG, or about 7 to 10 days after ovulation. For the best results though, we do recommend taking the test at least three days before your missed period or 19 days after you had sex.

Your levels of hCG increase every single day so the longer you wait to test, the stronger the results will be. If you were recently pregnant or are taking a drug that contains hCG (such as Pregnyl, Profasi, Pergonal, APL) you can get a false positive result. Alcohol, birth control pills, antibiotics, and painkillers will not affect results.

In general, read instructions of any drugs you are taking. Some medical conditions, like ovarian cysts, can cause false positives.

Stix pregnancy tests are over 99% accurate and made with early detection technology, meaning they can detect pregnancy as early as three days before your missed period. However, for the most accurate results, take it on the first day of your missed period. If you have irregular periods or don't know when your period will be, test 19 days after sex or insemination for best results. Finally, we recommend testing first thing in the morning, before drinking any water, as that is when your urine is most concentrated.

When you get pregnant, your body starts to produce a hormone called human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG). Stix pregnancy tests detect hCG in your urine, determining if you are pregnant or not pregnant. Two lines on the pregnancy test means your urine tested positive for hCG and you are pregnant. Just one line means your urine tested negative for hCG and you are not pregnant.

Everyone! Whether you’re trying to conceive, not trying to conceive, or not not trying to conceive, Stix is here for you with clear results. Stix pregnancy tests are over 99% accurate and made with early detection technology, meaning they can detect pregnancy as early as three days before your missed period. Additionally, we offer both an Autoship and a one-off order option so you can get the products you need conveniently.

We believe in privacy above all else. Your Stix tests are delivered in a plain envelope, with no reference to Stix or pregnancy tests (not even on the return address). The envelope is small enough to fit into a mail slot, so no signature is required. Once you check out, you’ll receive an order confirmation, tracking information, and delivery updates.