SELFCheck Urine Infection Test Kit - 2 Tests

SELFCheck Urine Infection Test Kit is a simple and reliable test to detect indirect signs of infection such as protein, nitrite and leukocytes not normally present in urine. This is a fast and reliable test that will show a result within 2 minutes.

Benefits of SELFCheck Urine Infection Test Kit:

• Rapid test to detect indirect signs of infection not normally present in urine.
• Fast & reliable - visual result within 2 minutes.
• Detects protein, nitrite and leukocytes.
• Urinary Tract Infections (UTI) are 50 times more common in women.
• The condition ranges from cystitis (a mild but disturbing inflammation that is limited to the bladder) to severe infections of the kidneys.
• 70% of all UTI`s are usually caused by the bacteria E coli from the patient’s own bowels.
• This test detects indirect signs of infection such as protein, nitrite and leukocytes not normally present in urine

Why is this test important to me?

The cause of most urine infections is bacteria that colonise (settle) around the urethra (urine tube) and then ascend into the rest of the urinary tract system. The condition ranges from cystitis (a mild but distressing inflammation of the bladder) to severe infections of the kidney.

Symptoms of a UTI

Symptoms can differ, depending on whether the infection affects the lower (bladder and urethra) or upper (kidneys and ureters) of the urinary tract. Some common symptoms are burning on the passing urine, frequent need to urinate, cloudy urine with an offensive odour, pains in the loins and even fever or chills. The most important factor in maintaining the sterility of the urinary tract is emptying the bladder completely and frequently.

When do I perform this test?

This test can be performed anytime, day or night.

What does the result tell me?

The test detects protein, nitrite and leukocytes not normally present in urine. If protein is present the indicator test panel appears as a blue/green colour. If nitrites are present the indicator test panel appears as a pink colour. If leukocytes are present the indicator test panel appears as a purple colour.

Kit Includes

• Foil pouch with testing strips.
• Desiccant and instructions for use.

Collect a sample of urine in a clean container and immerse a single test strip in the urine (making sure all the 3 test fields are fully immersed).

Important Information

Please read the enclosed instruction leaflet carefully before use. Keep out of reach of children. Do not use the test after the expiry date. Use the test strips only once. Store at 4 celsius to 30 celsius. For external use only. After use, the test components can be disposed of with normal household waste. There is no danger from any test component provided you have used all the components according to the instruction leaflet.. Consult your doctor if your result is positive and before making any medical decisions.