Pregnancy PRO App: Home Pregnancy Test Goes Digital
The Consumer Electronics Show 2016 has been filled with amazing gadgets that boast of sophisticated technological advancements. But there is one unlikely item that was also presented during the show- the First Response's Pregnancy Test Pro Stick.
It is a pregnancy test kit that uses Bluetooth technology to give either positive or negative results to expectant women. This hi-tech invention is now available to help mothers detect pregnancy.
On the Jan. 6 press release posted by the Church & Dwight, Co., Inc., the makers of First Response, the company's vice-president of Stacy Feldman stated: "We are thrilled to be unveiling the next generation of in-home pregnancy testing on a stage like CES, where so many technological advancements have made their debut."
She added, "With Pregnancy PRO, we've leveraged unique consumer insights to develop a product that not only revolutionizes the pregnancy test category, but more importantly, provides women with the information they need during their journey."
The pregnancy test stick is similar to the ordinary test kits. The appearance and size are about the same. The only difference is that, it is digital and the results are read through the smartphone when connected via bluetooth.
To use the device, the user must download the First Response app first. The pregnancy stick is then removed from the foil and drop a small amount of pee on the provided space.
The next step is to activate the Bluetooth and make sure it is connected to the phone. The screen will show the next steps to get the results.
In addition, aside from the test results, users can also choose to use the Pregnancy PRO App's feature where mothers can store important information like when and how many tests were already taken before, PC Mag reported.
Senior vice president and general manager of Qualcomm Life Rick Valencia explained how they came up with the idea of producing the digital pregnancy test: "Consumers today, more than ever, are living a truly connected life. Whether they are tracking personal health information with wearables or apps, managing their chronic disease with connected medical devices, or conducting DIY diagnostics in their home, consumers are beginning to demand digital tools and frictionless experiences when it comes to health care."
And regarding their partnership with Church & Dwight Co. Inc. Valencia said, "We're proud to work with Church & Dwight Co. Inc. to deliver this new evolution of connected pregnancy testing, and to continue the leadership First Response has already demonstrated in the pregnancy test category."
The first Bluetooth pregnancy testing kits are set to be sold from $14.99 to $21.99 apiece. Users can also get access to the test app through authorized retailers of First Response's Pregnancy PRO Digital Pregnancy Test & App.
Watch the video below and learn more about this newest technology for testing pregnancy.
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