Ketostix Bayer Reagent Strips for Urinalysis, Ketone Test

by Bayer

Product Features

• Urine testing strips for ketones
• A fast, convenient way of testing urine
• Use to alert you and your doctor of changes in your condition

Product Description

Size: 50 ea

Urine Test for Ketone (Acetoacetic Acid)

• The strips provide a fast, convenient way of testing urine for the presence and concentration of acetoacetic acid (ketone). This substance when found in the urine provides information on carbohydrate and fat metabolism.

• Acetoacetic acid can be found in the urine from diabetics and is more commonly referred to as a "ketone body." Use of Ketostix Reagent Strips can alert you and your doctor or diabetes educator to changes in your condition for which adjustments in your diet and/or medication may be needed. Carefully follow the testing schedule your doctor or educator establishes.

Reagents:  7.1% w/w Sodium Nitroprusside;   92.9% w/w Buffer

Intended for use in the U.S.A.
Reagent made in U.S.A.

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Product Details

• Item Weight: 4 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0000532GJ
• UPC: 301932880501
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars EXPENSIVE!, January 23, 2009

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RETIRED FOR GOOD "TJ the Grouch" (Columbia, TN United States) - See all my reviews

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I don't know much about using these for diabetes management, but if you are using these for Atkins' dieting (ketosis) hurry on down to WalMart and buy the Relion brand for less than seven dollars and NO S&H.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars These work!!!, April 24, 2008

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H. Holbrook (San Francisco, CA) - See all my reviews
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Anyone on a low carb diet should use these regularly, especiallly if you have had a few "cheat" days. It tells you when you are back in ketosis, which is key for keeping on track of your weigh in goals. Just make sure to keep them in a dark cabinet, that doesn't get too hot, as the strip indicators are heat, moisture and light sensitive.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to use, very accurate, August 12, 2008

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Rahul P. Mehta "curryjunky" (MO) - See all my reviews
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I used this product before starting Atkins and the colors (easily discernable) that showed indicated "negative" ketoacidosis which is normal for those not on a low-carb diet. However, after the first week, I used another strip and it clearly showed moderate ketoacidosis which gave me the mentality that the diet I am on was working for my body. This is a very helpful tool for those on a low-carb diet. Even after a weekend of cheating on the diet and drinking beers, I immediately used the strips and it had showed my levels back to negative. This is very useful.

There is a 6 month expiration date with 50 strips so I would recommend using 2 strips a week for 6 months. This will also help you make sure you're on track with whatever low-carb diet you are on.

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