Bulk Buy 50 Units Abbott Freestyle Optium KETONE Test Strips (500 tests)

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Abbott FreeStyle Optium KETONE Test Strips – Accurate Ketone Monitoring for Diabetes Management

Supplied in lots of 50 Test Strips per box
Total of 50 boxes = 500 Test strips

Long-Form Product Description:

Abbott FreeStyle Optium KETONE Test Strips are specially designed to provide fast and accurate measurement of blood ketone levels, an essential tool for people with diabetes, particularly those at risk of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). These test strips are compatible with FreeStyle Optium, FreeStyle Libre (reader only), and Optium Xceed meters, offering a convenient and reliable method for at-home ketone testing.

Unlike urine ketone tests, which may lag behind actual ketone levels, blood ketone testing provides real-time results to allow timely intervention and improved decision-making in diabetes care. Ideal for individuals using insulin therapy, these strips require only a small blood sample (1.5 µL) and deliver results in just 10 seconds.

Each box contains 10 individually foil-wrapped test strips, ensuring optimal sterility and extended shelf life. For best use, strips should be stored in a cool, dry place and used before the expiration date.

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Active Ingredients / Components:

As diagnostic devices, these test strips do not contain active pharmaceutical ingredients. Instead, they are composed of:

• Electrochemical test strip materials (including enzyme-based reagents)

• Compatible biosensors that react with beta-hydroxybutyrate in blood

• Foil packaging for individual sterility

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Reasons to Use FreeStyle Optium KETONE Strips:

• Real-time ketone monitoring for early detection of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)

• Compatible with multiple Abbott meters

• Minimal blood required (1.5 µL)

• Rapid 10-second results

• Individually wrapped for hygiene and portability

• Clinical-grade accuracy trusted by healthcare providers

• Essential for managing Type 1 diabetes, or insulin-treated Type 2 diabetes

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Reasons NOT to Use:

• Not suitable for urine testing

• Not compatible with non-Optium branded meters

• Should not be used for diagnosing or screening for diabetes

• Not for use in neonates or infants

• Should not be used past expiration or if foil is damaged

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Advantages:

• Accurate beta-hydroxybutyrate blood ketone detection

• Clinically validated and trusted by healthcare professionals

• Portable and individually wrapped

• Fast results support timely medical decisions

• Easy to use with compatible meters

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Disadvantages:

• Requires a blood sample (finger prick)

• Only compatible with specific Abbott meters

• Limited to 10 strips per box (may require frequent reordering)

• Cannot be reused

• Requires separate lancets and meter for operation

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What meters are compatible with FreeStyle Optium KETONE strips?

A: These strips are compatible with Abbott's FreeStyle Optium, FreeStyle Libre (reader only, not app), and Optium Xceed meters.

Q: What is measured with these strips?

A: These strips measure blood beta-hydroxybutyrate, the most clinically relevant ketone body for detecting diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA).

Q: How much blood is needed for a test?

A: Only 1.5 microliters of capillary blood is required.

Q: How long do the results take?

A: Results are displayed within 10 seconds after applying the sample.

Q: Can I use these strips for urine testing?

A: No. These are blood ketone strips and are not designed for urine-based ketone measurement.

Q: Are these strips reusable?

A: No. Each strip is designed for single use only and must be discarded after testing.

Q: Why would someone with diabetes need to test ketones?

A: Ketone testing is important when blood glucose is consistently high, during illness, or under stressful conditions to help detect or prevent diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA).

ALWAYS READ THE LABEL ON THE PRODUCT AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE UNLESS DIRECTED BY YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL.

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