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I have been taking ovulation tests ttc, i am on the 5th day of testing positive for ovulation. what does this mean? the egg has yet to release? thanks

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

These: tests usually test positive at ovulation and may be positive for several days afterward...Its the FIRST POSITIVE that COUNTS! Hope this helps1 Dr Z

Dr Feola agreed

Answered 7/6/2016

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