A positive ovulation test can help identify your fertile window, but it does not guarantee ovulation or pregnancy.
What does a positive result mean?
The test detects a rise in luteinizing hormone (LH). Ovulation usually follows within two days, but the result does not confirm that an egg was released.
Why hasn’t pregnancy happened?
Even with well-timed intercourse, pregnancy does not happen every cycle. Age, sperm health, ovulation and fallopian tube health all matter. With PCOS, elevated LH can make results harder to interpret.
When should you have intercourse?
Aim for every one to two days during the fertile window, including the days before expected ovulation.
How can you confirm ovulation?
When appropriate, your healthcare provider may recommend progesterone testing about one week before your expected period—not automatically on day 21—or ultrasound monitoring.
When should you seek advice?
• Under 35: after 12 months of trying.
• Ages 35–40: after six months.
• Over 40, irregular or absent periods, or known fertility concerns: seek advice sooner.
A fertility evaluation should consider both partners.
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