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Subjects attending the labor and delivery unit of the hospital or emergency clinic and reporting unidentified wetness (undetermined whether this is amniotic fluid leakage or urinary incontinence) will be enrolled in this study. After informed consent is obtained, each subject will be given a single AL-SENSE to use up to 12 hours or until the perception of wetness. The clinician will explain the proper use and handling of the AL-SENSE and how to read the result. The participants will be provided with instructions for use and also directed to read the Instructions For Use (IFU) prior to applying the AL-SENSE pad.

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Can you use pH test strips for amniotic fluid?
How do you test for amniotic fluid?
Can I slowly leak amniotic fluid?
How can you tell the difference between amniotic fluid and urine?

Product Usage After usage, the subject will read and record any occurrence of color change of the AL-SENSE 10 minutes after the liner removal and to mark if it changes color to blue or to green or not on the designated form.. The used liner will be placed in a separate sealed envelope with the subject's ID and product name and protocol number on the outside.

The subjects will fill out the questionnaire regarding the product usage experience and the liner color reading with no help from the investigator, to validate IFU reading comprehension. The completed form will be placed in a sealed envelope with the subject's initials and study number on the outside.

Clinical Diagnosis A blinded clinician will perform a "standard clinical diagnosis" (clinical assessment), and record the results on a worksheet to be included in the case report form. The standard clinical diagnostic methods will include the following tests: (1) Pooling test, (2) Ferning test, (3) Nitrazine paper or pH paper test. A positive Pooling test and/or positive results in both the Nitrazine or pH test and the Ferning test will be defined as a positive clinical test result for amniotic fluid.

Although the preferred sequence is using the liner before clinical diagnosis, diagnostic procedures may be done before liner use, as long as lubricants are not used for procedures. The use of lubricants interferes with the accuracy of liner reaction to amniotic fluid.

If the liner is removed for clinical testing before sufficient fluid has collected, it may either be reused or a fresh liner may be dispensed. Note that any use of lubricants contraindicates further usage of Al-Sense.

The subject is expected to remain at the hospital for the duration of the test for completing the "standard clinical diagnosis" tests, required by the protocol.

A positive Pooling test or positive results in the other 2 tests is defined as a positive clinical assessment.

Although the performance of the AL-SENSE is examined in this study, subject treatment will be based only on the standard hospital diagnostic methods.

had a lot of watery discharge the last few days, raised it with my Dr the last time and he said it's normal. I just want to check for my own piece of mind. Has anyone tried these test strips? I haven't been able to find them at any of my local chemist.

If you've tried them, I'd be interested in firstly, where you bought them and secondly how it worked

thanks!!

AMNI SENSE detector is designed to detect probable leakage of amniotic fluid. The Test Panty Liner (TPL) that contains a removable pale yellow indicator strip changes colors when it comes in contact with fluid of pH level greater than 5. Amniotic fluid pH levels are greater than 6.5.

Directions for use:
Wash your hands and pat them dry with a clean towel
Unwrap the Test Panty Liner (TPL) that contains a removable pale yellow indicator strip
Attach the TPL to your underwear
Pale yellow indicator strip should sit directly against your external genital
Wear the TPL as you would wear a panty liner till you feel wetness
If TPL gets wet, prepare the enclosed plastic box
Remove the indicator strip from the TPL
Lay the indicator strip on the white cloth in the open plastic box and close the box
Dispose of the TPL and check the colour of the strip after 30 minutes

Note: If the indicator strip stained blue or green, the fluid leak is probably amniotic fluid. Consult your physician or go to the hospital without delay.

The AL-SENSE™ Amniotic fluid detection kit is an in vitro self-test that allows detection of possible amniotic fluid leakage in the event of pregnant women sensing unidentified vaginal wetness. AL-SENSE™ can distinguish between amniotic fluid leak (positive result) and urine (negative result). It is easy to use and results reading is clear Yes/No with no need for color scale. Home use and professional use. Non-invasive AL-SENSE™ is the only amniotic fluid test available as a home self test Distinct color change – Positive/Negative. Result interpretation doesn’t require a color scale One step test – Results can be interpreted within 15 minutes of wetness Detects even minimal amounts of Amniotic leaks Clearly distinguishes between amniotic leakage and urine Allows for continuous monitoring of leaks including intermediate leaks Significant cost saving Advantages of prolonged monitoring Amniotic Fluid Leakage may have a very small volume and may be “missed” in examinations which are considered momentary examination. The ability of AL-SENSE™ to detect even small volume of amniotic fluid, over a prolonged period of time, may assist in avoiding mis-diagnosis of amniotic fluid leakage and sending woman with amniotic fluid leakage home. AL-SENSE™ samples continuously, reacting to minute leak, features not offered by any other product for hospital or home use.

Can you use pH test strips for amniotic fluid?

Other diagnostic measures used include pH test and microscopic examination of amniotic fluid. Amniotic fluid typically has a pH of 7.1–7.3, while normal vaginal secretions have a pH of 4.5–6.0. pH test can be done by use of nitrazine strips which turns dark blue from yellow in fluids with pH above 6.5.

How do you test for amniotic fluid?

Amniocentesis is a test done during pregnancy. During amniocentesis, an ultrasound wand (transducer) is used to show a baby's position in the uterus on a monitor. A sample of amniotic fluid, which contains fetal cells and chemicals produced by the baby, is then taken for testing.

Can I slowly leak amniotic fluid?

It is also possible that a small hole could develop in the sac and lead to slow leaking amniotic fluid. You may think it is urine leak or vaginal fluid. However, amniotic fluid may have a few of these qualities: Clear, white-flecked, and/or tinged with mucus or blood.

How can you tell the difference between amniotic fluid and urine?

Amniotic fluid is clear, thin and odorless. It can have a hint of color (brown, green or yellow are most common). It's common for pregnant people to leak urine, so some people have difficulty distinguishing amniotic fluid from pee. Inspecting your underwear for smells or color can help you determine what it is.