Understanding what an endocrinologist does begins with understanding what the endocrine system is. The endocrine system is a series of glands that produce and secrete hormones that the body uses for a wide range of functions. These control many different bodily functions, including: 1  Respiration.
Most ovulation tests may be used at any time of the day; some suggest testing first thing in the morning, although this is not required. For greater success, test about the same time each day, and reduce your liquid intake for four hours beforehand.
While most experts recommend waiting the traditional 14 days after ovulation before testing for pregnancy, it is possible to detect pregnancy before then in some women. The first key to finding out how long after ovulation you can test for pregnancy is to identify the exact date of ovulation. While the general rule is that for a typical 28-day cycle ovulation occurs on day 14, few women have this typical cycle.