WELLION GALILEO ketone test strips 10 pcs

Pack size:10 pieces Dosage form:test strips

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urine ketone test strips

Ketone test strips are primarily used to measure the level of ketones in urine, which is most commonly done by people with diabetes to monitor for diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), or by individuals following a ketogenic diet to check if they are in ketosis; they work by detecting the presence of ketones in a urine sample through a color change on the strip when compared to a reference chart. 
Key points about ketone test strips:
Monitoring diabetes:
People with diabetes, particularly type 1, use ketone test strips to monitor for high ketone levels which can indicate a dangerous condition called diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). 
Ketogenic diet:
Individuals following a keto diet often use ketone strips to check if they are in ketosis, a state where the body burns fat for energy due to low carbohydrate intake. 
How they work:
The strip is dipped into a urine sample, and the color change on the strip is compared to a color chart to determine the level of ketones present. 
Limitations:
While convenient, urine ketone tests are not as precise as blood ketone tests, and if high ketone levels are suspected, a blood test may be needed for a more accurate measurement. 
Other situations where ketone testing may be relevant:
Vomiting or diarrhea:
If someone experiences severe vomiting or diarrhea, ketone testing can be used to check for potential ketoacidosis. 
Starvation or eating disorders:
Individuals with eating disorders or experiencing starvation may also need to monitor ketone levels. 
Pregnancy:
Pregnant women with gestational diabetes may be advised to test for ketones.