Description
Ketostix is a type of urine test that measures the amounts of ketones in the urine. When a person with diabetes’ blood sugar is too high, their body may try to use other sources of energy for fuel. The body may start to break down fats into ketones, which can lead to diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). DKA is a medical emergency.
People with type 1 diabetes have a higher risk of developing ketones in their urine. There are many situations where someone with type 1 diabetes may need to measure their ketones, including:
- When you are sick, even when blood sugar is normal.
- You have symptoms of DKA.
- You feel symptoms of nausea or vomiting.
- When your fasting blood sugar is high (>240 mg/dL).
- When your daytime blood sugar is high (>300 mg/dL).
- When instructed by your healthcare provider.
Directions
Use the directions that came with the package to ensure you use Ketostix correctly. If misused, they can give a false result.
- Wash your hands with soap and water. Dry thoroughly.
- Collect urine in a cup.
- Remove a Ketostix test strip from the container and dip it into the urine, covering the colored portion of the strip.
- Tap the strip on the edge of the cup to remove excess urine.
- Use a stopwatch to measure 15 seconds.
- At 15 seconds, compare the strip’s color against the side of the bottle to get the result.
Ingredients
Sodium Nitroprusside 7.1 %, Buffer 92.9 %
Cautions
After opening, the test strips expire in six months or the date on the bottle, whichever is first.
You must follow the testing instructions exactly, or the test can produce false results.
The test is most accurate when read by at least two different people.
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About Dr. Conor Sheehy (Page Author)
Dr. Sheehy (BSc Molecular Biology, PharmD) works a clinical pharmacist specializing in cardiology, oncology, and ambulatory care. He’s a board-certified pharmacotherapy specialist (BCPS), and his experience working one-on-one with patients to fine tune their medication and therapy plans for optimal results makes him a valuable subject matter expert for our pharmacy. Read More....
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.
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