- Diagnostic tool in the form of test strips used for urinalysis
- These strips are designed for qualitative and semi-quantitative detection of various analytes in urine
Purpose:
- Used by healthcare professionals to:
- General evaluation of health
- Diagnose and monitor metabolic or systemic diseases (e.g., diabetes, kidney disease)
- Detect and monitor diseases or disorders of the urinary tract (e.g., UTIs)
- Assess kidney and liver function
What it tests for (10 Parameters):
- Specifically tests for ten different substances in urine, providing a comprehensive screening for various health condition including:
- Leukocytes: Indication of infection or inflammation, often in the urinary trac
- Nitrite: Can indicate a bacterial infection in the urinary tract
- Urobilinogen: Elevated levels can point to liver disease or hemolytic anemia
- Protein: Presence of protein can suggest kidney damage or disease
- pH: Measures the acidity or alkalinity of the urine, which can be affected by diet, medication, or kidney conditions
- Blood: Can indicate urinary tract infections, kidney stones, or other issues
- Specific Gravity: Measures the concentration of particles in urine, reflecting hydration status and kidney function
- Ketone (Acetoacetic acid): Can indicate fat breakdown, often seen in diabetes or starvation
- Bilirubin: Presence can suggest liver disease or bile duct obstruction
- Glucose: High levels indicate diabetes
How it works:
- Healthcare professionals dip the test strip into a urine sample
- After a short waiting period (typically about a minute), the color blocks on the strip are compared directly to a color chart printed on the bottle label
- Some facilities may also use a Pro Advantage Urine Strip Analyzer (model P080000) for automated reading and more precise results
Key Features:
- CLIA Waived: This means it's a simple test that can be performed in various healthcare settings, including point-of-care, without requiring a high level of laboratory complexity
- Quick Results: Provides results in about a minute
- Professional Use Only: Intended for single use in professional near-patient (point-of-care) and centralized laboratory locations
