Re: OPK Question
From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sun, 27 Jan 2002 13:58:04 -0600 (CST)
Most kits are WITHIN 12-36 or 48 hours. That means you can have
intercourse whenever you want. The timing doesn't have to be that
close.
Hope this helps and write back anytime for more information.
Dr. M
At Sat, 26 Jan 2002, TTC wrote:
>
>If I have a positive opk at 6am this morning, does that mean I will
>ovulate IN 24-36 hours or WITHIN 24-36 hours. If it is WITHIN, then it
>certainly doesn't tell me much because it could be an hour from then. I
>am asking because we have never had luck with OPK's and I am wondering
>if I am misunderstanding the directions. If it is IN 4-36 hours, would
>it be best to wait a little bit to have sex so as to not do it so
>soon--especially if sperm count is marginal? Thank you for your answers.
--
Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
Great Neck, New York
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