Diabetes Glucose and Ketones Urine Test Strips 5 Test Pack

Ketone Urine Test Strips

Our Diabetes and Ketones Urine Test Strips are invaluable tools for individuals monitoring their health, particularly those managing diabetes or following low-carb diets. These test strips swiftly detect the presence of glucose and ketones in urine, providing crucial insights into blood sugar levels and metabolic status. Given the rising prevalence of diabetes and the importance of early detection, these strips offer a convenient and accessible means for individuals to monitor their health at home. Whether you’re newly diagnosed with diabetes, adhering to a low-carb diet, or seeking to manage your health proactively, these test strips empower you with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions about your well-being.

• Pack Contents: 1 foil pouch containing 5 test strips

Each strip remains stable for up to 30 days after opening, provided the pouch is resealed immediately.

Warning and Precautions:

• For in vitro diagnostic use only.
• Store between 2°C ~ 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and light.
• Ensure the foil pouch is sealed until ready to use and discard any strips past their expiry date.
• Discolouration or darkening of test pads may indicate deterioration, prompting the need for further testing and confirmation.

Blood Glucose Test Strips FAQs

Are ketone test strips accurate?

Ketone test strips are generally accurate when used correctly. However, it’s essential to follow the instructions carefully to ensure reliable results. Factors such as proper storage, handling, and timing of the test can influence accuracy. Additionally, ketone levels in urine may not always correlate perfectly with blood ketone levels, so it’s essential to use ketone test strips as part of an overall health monitoring plan.

Do ketone test strips expire?

Yes, ketone test strips do have an expiration date. It’s crucial to check the expiration date on the packaging before use and to discard any expired strips. Using expired test strips may result in inaccurate readings, compromising the effectiveness of the testing process. Proper storage according to the manufacturer’s instructions can help prolong the shelf life of the strips.

How do ketone test strips work?

Ketone test strips work by detecting the presence of ketones in urine. When the body burns fat for fuel instead of carbohydrates, it produces ketones as a byproduct. These ketones can then be detected in urine using specialized test strips. The strips contain a chemical reagent that reacts with the ketones, causing a colour change. Users can compare the colour of the strip to a colour chart provided with the test strips to determine the level of ketones present.

How to Use Ketone Urine Test Strips

For optimal testing, collect urine in a clean container, ensuring full immersion of all test strip fields. Avoid adding preservatives and ensure thorough mixing without centrifugation. Fresh morning urine is best, especially for nitrite, bilirubin, and urobilinogen tests. If immediate testing isn’t possible, refrigerate the sample without freezing, then bring it to room temperature. Be mindful of pH changes due to microbial growth in unpreserved urine. For accurate results, ensure cleanly voided specimens, particularly in females, to prevent contamination. Avoid skin cleansers containing chlorhexidine, which may affect results if contamination occurs.

Ketone Test Strips Test Procedure:

1. Dip the test strip into urine, ensuring all reagent pads are fully immersed for no more than two seconds.
2. Remove excess urine by drawing the edge of the strip along the brim of the vessel. Avoid touching the test areas to the vessel brim.
3. Tap the strip once on an absorbent material to remove any remaining urine.
4. After 60 seconds (90-120 seconds for leukocytes), compare the colours of the reagent pads with the colour chart provided on the vial label under good lighting. Keep the strip horizontally to prevent chemical mixing with excessive urine.

Reading your Results:

Read the test results exactly 60 seconds after dipping the strip into the urine, but no longer than 2 minutes to avoid inaccurate readings. Ketones are typically absent in urine unless you’ve been fasting, dieting, or ill.

Ketone levels are indicated by a range of colours from pale pink to deep burgundy on the comparison chart, with readings ranging from 5 mg/dl (0.5mmol/L) to 160 mg/dl (16mmol/L). Glucose levels above 100mg/dl (6mmol/L UK reading) are considered abnormal, with colour changes on the comparison chart indicating concentrations from 100mg/dl (5.5mmol/L) to 2000mg/dl (111mmol/L), ranging from pale blue to dark brown. If there’s a slight colour change, repeat the test the following day.

Consult a doctor if high levels persist or if you experience symptoms such as increased thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, weight loss, or blurred vision.