Description
Discover the reliability and precision of Siemens' MULTISTIX 5 Reagent Strips, designed for professional in vitro diagnostic use. These strips are essential tools in both point-of-care and laboratory settings, aiding healthcare professionals in monitoring key health indicators through urinalysis.
Key Features
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Comprehensive Screening: These strips are crafted to detect crucial analytes such as glucose, protein, blood, leukocytes, and nitrite in urine. This makes them invaluable for assessing kidney function, urinary tract infections, and metabolic disorders like diabetes.
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Ease of Use: Each strip is ready-to-use and disposable, providing semi-quantitative results through simple visual color comparison or with compatible CLINITEK urine chemistry analyzers.
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Rapid Results: Obtain results swiftly, typically within 30 seconds to 2 minutes, facilitating timely clinical decisions without the need for additional laboratory equipment.
Usage Instructions
For optimal performance, use a fresh, mid-stream urine sample. Ensure the strip remains uncontaminated by handling it properly and comparing the color changes to the reference chart within the specified time frame. Proper storage in the original bottle at 15–30°C, away from light and moisture, is crucial to maintain strip integrity.
Quality Assurance
Siemens recommends performing quality control with each new bottle or shipment to ensure consistent results. Be aware of potential interferences from substances like vitamin C or certain medications, which may affect accuracy.
Packaging
Typically packaged with 50 strips per box, MULTISTIX 5 Reagent Strips are a reliable choice for healthcare providers seeking accurate and efficient urinalysis solutions. Always consult the product labeling for detailed instructions and limitations to achieve the best diagnostic outcomes.
