Abbott Freestyle Optium KETONE Test Strips (10 tests) [Bulk Buy 50 Boxes]
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Abbott Freestyle Optium KETONE Test Strips (10 tests) [Bulk Buy 50 Boxes]
- Product type: Therapeutic good — medical device included on the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG)
- Used for: single-use blood glucose or ketone test strips used with a compatible meter for self-monitoring by people with diabetes
- Brand: Abbott
- Australian sponsor: Abbott Australasia Pty Ltd T/A Abbott Diabetes Care
- Pack size: 50 × 10-strip boxes (500 strips total)
- Last reviewed: 29 May 2026
Product specification
| ARTG ID | 184093 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Medical Device — included on ARTG |
| Device class | Class IIb (IVD blood ketone test strip) |
| Australian sponsor | Abbott Australasia Pty Ltd T/A Abbott Diabetes Care |
| Dosage form | Single-use test strip |
| Route of administration | In-vitro diagnostic |
| Pack size | 50 × 10-strip boxes (500 strips total) |
| Intended purpose | Single-use test strip for the quantitative measurement of beta-hydroxybutyrate (blood ketone) in fresh capillary whole blood, for self-monitoring by people with diabetes using a compatible FreeStyle Optium / Optium Neo meter. |
| Storage | Store below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children. |
About this product
Abbott Freestyle Optium KETONE Test Strips (10 tests) [Bulk Buy 50 Boxes] is single-use blood glucose or ketone test strips used with a compatible meter for self-monitoring by people with diabetes. Supplied in Australia by Abbott Australasia Pty Ltd T/A Abbott Diabetes Care. Use it in accordance with the carton instructions and your healthcare professional's advice.
Intended purpose
Single-use test strip for the quantitative measurement of beta-hydroxybutyrate (blood ketone) in fresh capillary whole blood, for self-monitoring by people with diabetes using a compatible FreeStyle Optium / Optium Neo meter.
Directions for use
Use only with the compatible meter named on the carton. Follow the meter's User Guide for each test. Strips are single-use and must be discarded after the reading. Store strips in the original vial with the cap closed tightly.
Warnings and important information
- Use only with the compatible meter named on the carton.
- Single-use only — discard each strip immediately after the reading.
- Keep the strip vial tightly closed when not in use; humidity can damage strips.
- Check the expiry date and the in-use period after first opening the vial.
- Keep out of reach of children.
Storage
Store the unopened pack in a clean, dry place at room temperature. Keep away from extreme heat, direct sunlight, and moisture. Keep out of reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack or sterile barrier.
Frequently asked questions
What is Abbott Freestyle Optium KETONE Test Strips (10 tests) used for?
Abbott Freestyle Optium KETONE Test Strips (10 tests) is single-use blood glucose or ketone test strips used with a compatible meter for self-monitoring by people with diabetes. It is supplied in Australia by Abbott Australasia Pty Ltd T/A Abbott Diabetes Care. Refer to your pharmacist or doctor for advice on whether the product is suitable for you.
How do I use Abbott Freestyle Optium KETONE Test Strips (10 tests)?
Use only with the compatible meter named on the carton. Follow the meter's User Guide for each test. Strips are single-use and must be discarded after the reading. Store strips in the original vial with the cap closed tightly.
Which meter is compatible with Abbott Freestyle Optium KETONE Test Strips (10 tests)?
These strips are designed for use with the compatible meter named on the carton — refer to the Product Specification above. Using strips with an incompatible meter will not give accurate readings.
How long are the strips good for after opening the vial?
Most blood glucose and ketone test strips are good until the printed expiry date provided the vial is closed tightly between uses. Some products have a shorter in-use period after first opening — check the carton.
Are these strips funded by the NDSS?
Eligible Australians with insulin-treated diabetes can access many test strips at subsidised prices through the National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS). Bring your NDSS card to the pharmacy.
Is this device TGA-included?
Yes. Abbott Freestyle Optium KETONE Test Strips (10 tests) is included on the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG) as a medical device. Device class: Class IIb (IVD blood ketone test strip). Sponsored in Australia by Abbott Australasia Pty Ltd T/A Abbott Diabetes Care. ARTG ID 184093 — verify at tga.gov.au/resources/artg/184093.
Where is it manufactured?
Abbott Freestyle Optium KETONE Test Strips (10 tests) is supplied in Australia by Abbott Australasia Pty Ltd T/A Abbott Diabetes Care.
This information is general in nature and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you have questions about whether Abbott Freestyle Optium KETONE Test Strips (10 tests) is right for you, speak with your pharmacist or doctor. For 24-hour health advice in Australia, call Healthdirect on 1800 022 222. For poisoning enquiries, call the Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26.
Sources
- Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG) — entry for this product. tga.gov.au/resources/artg
- Therapeutic Goods Administration — Permissible Indications Determination and Therapeutic Goods (Therapeutic Goods Advertising Code) Instrument 2021. tga.gov.au
- Healthdirect Australia — general consumer health information. healthdirect.gov.au
- Manufacturer carton and Consumer Medicine Information (where supplied).
ALWAYS READ THE LABEL ON THE PRODUCT AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE UNLESS DIRECTED BY YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL.
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(Product SKU 686492-50)
| SKU | 686492-50 |
| Barcode # | 0938159911376 |
| Brand | Abbott |
| Shipping Cubic | 0.011904000m3 |
| Unit Of Measure | ea |
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