Bayer Ketostix Urinalysis Ketone Test Strips (50 Tests)

Bayer Ketostix Strips 50

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