Proteinuria (protein In Urine): Causes, Symptoms, And Treatment
People with proteinuria have urine containing an abnormal amount of protein. The condition is often a sign of kidney disease . Healthy kidneys do not allow a significant amount of protein to pass through their filters. But filters damaged by kidney disease may let proteins such as albumin leak from the blood into the urine. Proteinuria can also be a result of overproduction of proteins by the body. Kidney disease often has no early symptoms. One of its first signs may be proteinuria that's discovered by a urine test done during a routine physical exam . Blood tests will then be done to see how well the kidneys are working. Preeclampsia ( high blood pressure and proteinuria in pregnancy ) Race and ethnicity: African-Americans, Native Americans, Hispanics, and Pacific Islanders are more likely than whites to have high blood pressure and develop kidney disease and proteinuria. Some people get more protein into urine while standing than while lying down. That is known as orthostatic proteinuria. Proteinuria is not a specific disease. So its treatment depends on identifying and managing its underlying cause. If that cause is kidney disease, appropriate medical management is essential. Untreated chronic kidney disease can lead to kidney failure . In mild or temporary proteinuria, no treatment may be necessary. Drugs are sometimes prescribed, especially in people with diabetes and/or high blood pressure. These may come from two classes of drugs: ACE inhibitors (angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors) Proper treatment -- especially in patients with chronic disease such as diabetes and high blood pressure -- is essential to prevent the progressive kidney damage that is causing the proteinuria. WebMD Medical Reference Reviewed by Minesh Khatri, MD on April 10, 2018 Continue reading >>
Question For People Using Ketone Strips
angebean Posts: 195Member Member Posts: 195Member Member Pardon my ignorance. What are Ketone strips? Qarol Posts: 6,601Member Member Posts: 6,601Member Member I don't use the strips, but I found I have to keep my carbs at 20g. 40g would probably be too high for me. And I've read that it can take 3-4 days to get back into ketosis. sassiebritches Posts: 1,869Member Member Posts: 1,869Member Member I don't use the strips, but I found I have to keep my carbs at 20g. 40g would probably be too high for me. And I've read that it can take 3-4 days to get back into ketosis. Thanks, just sent you this same message in private sassiebritches Posts: 1,869Member Member Posts: 1,869Member Member They are strips you get at the pharmacy to measure whether your body is in ketosis, which is where us low carbers want to be to lose stored fats. When in ketosis, the body goes to stored fat to get it's energy....since we are not eating alot of carbs, which is what it will usually use. If in ketosis your weight loss will be pretty steady. sassiebritches Posts: 1,869Member Member Posts: 1,869Member Member It's just an indicator, not a tool. As long as it turns you're fine. I started at under 20 gr/ day and when I slowly added carbs it turned the same color with 70 gr/ day 3 months later. Please remember to take your supplements every day. I am taking my supplements.....thanks for the reminder I am late on em today jlmoss1973 Posts: 2Member Member Posts: 2Member Member Time of day effects the result. If you test in the early afternoon there will be a difference from a morning test. Additionally if you've had any alcohol sugars your test strip might not change though you are still burning. One last thing that I've found as a female....The Ketone reading depends on my hormone cycle. My doctor sa Continue reading >>
Integration Of Paper-based Microfluidic Devices With Commercial Electrochemical Readers
Components of an EPAD-based system that uses a commercial glucometer as an electrochemical reader. (A) Arrays of microfluidic paper channels fabricated in chromatography paper using wax printing, and an enlarged image of one paper channel (left) and a representative microfluidic paper device with electrodes and electronic wires fabricated using screen printing (right). The number of devices that could be fabricated on one US letter-sized page was approximately 150200. (B) A photograph of a commercial test strip made from plastic (left) and an EPAD made from a single layer of paper (right); chemical reagents were stored in dry form in the detection zone in the dashed square. (C) The glucometer used as a reader. An EPAD was inserted into the test port with the contacts and the display facing up. After applying an aqueous solution containing analytes, the glucometer displayed the electrochemical readout on its LCD screen. The chemical reagents needed for the assays of glucose and alcohol were stored in the detection zone of the EPAD. To use this system, we usually inserted the dry EPAD into the port of the glucometer. After applying a drop of fluid to the exposed end of the EPAD, and allowing liquid containing the analytes to wick to its sensing region, the glucometer initiated amperometric measurement, and displayed the electrochemical readout on its LCD screen ( Fig. 1C ). In some reactions (e.g., those for lactate and cholesterol), when the time interval required to complete the enzymatic reactions was greater than the 10 second waiting-time set in the glucometer, we mixed the solution of analytes with the chemical reagents needed for the assays in a small centrifuge tube (the mixing can also be conducted on any clean substrate such as a plastic thin film or the surfac Continue reading >>
A Diabetes Test You Can Do Yourself
Are you urinating more often, feeling very thirsty, hungry, or tired? Maybe you’re losing weight. You may have type 2 diabetes. To find out, you can make an appointment with your doctor and have your blood tested for the condition. Or you can go to the drug store, buy a blood glucose meter, and give yourself a diabetes test. An estimated 40 percent of adults with type 2 diabetes don’t know they have it, which means they aren’t getting treatment that could protect them from very serious health problems down the road, such as heart disease, stroke, blindness, and kidney failure. The best option is to go to a doctor if you’re having symptoms of diabetes. But if you’re reluctant to do that, for whatever reason, the next best thing is to buy an over-the-counter diabetes test kit. "If you have a family history of diabetes, are obese, or have high blood pressure, you should test yourself for diabetes, if your doctor hasn’t already done so," says Marvin M. Lipman, M.D., Consumer Reports' chief medical adviser. "By being a proactive person, you might save yourself a lot of grief in the future.” Blood glucose meters can be purchased without a prescription. Models in our Ratings of more than two dozen devices cost $10 to $75. They usually come with 10 lancets, but you might have to buy a pack of test strips separately, which can cost $18 and up; check the package to see what it includes. If the meter doesn’t come with strips, make sure you buy a pack made for that model or you’ll get inaccurate results. Most models come with batteries. Here’s what you need to do next: Fast overnight. Don’t have anything to eat or drink (except water) for at least 8 hours, then test yourself first thing in the morning, before breakfast. Follow directions. Read the manual to ma Continue reading >>
Azo Test Strips (with Photos, Prices & Reviews) - Cvs Pharmacy
3 test strips individually wrapped. Fast & easy UTI home test. Clinically tested. Results in just 2 minutes. No. 1 most trusted brand. No mess handle! Tests for leukocytes and nitrite. Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Test. Easy to use. AZO test strips can help detect if you have a urinary tract infection (UTI). This information will allow you to take an active role with your physician in the management of your health. AZO test strips use the same tests most doctors use. Azo test strips test for leukocytes (white blood cells) and nitrite for greater reliability than other tests. Use at the first sign of a UTI: urinary pain, burning, urgency or frequency. For questions, concerns or to report an adverse event, call (800) 722-3476. www.azoproducts.com. Most trusted brand based on Nielsen data through 12/29/12. Made in China. This item is FSA (Flexible Spending Account) eligible. Simply wet one test strip by holding it in your urine stream for 1-2 seconds. Read result at 1 minute for nitrite and at 2 minutes for leukocytes. Match the color of the test strip pads to the color blocks on the foil pouch. See insert inside for complete instructions. Store at room temperature 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) out of direct sunlight. Do not refrigerate. For in-vitro (external) diagnostic use. Continue reading >>
Blood Sugar (glucose) Test Strips
How often is it covered? Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers some diabetic test supplies, including blood sugar test strips as durable medical equipment (DME). Who's eligible? All people with Part B who have diabetes are covered. Your costs in Original Medicare If your supplier accepts assignment, you pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount, and the Part B deductible applies. Medicare pays for different kinds of DME in different ways. Depending on the type of equipment: You may need to rent the equipment. You may need to buy the equipment. You may be able to choose whether to rent or buy the equipment. Medicare will only cover your DME if your doctors and DME suppliers are enrolled in Medicare. Doctors and suppliers have to meet strict standards to enroll and stay enrolled in Medicare. If your doctors or suppliers aren’t enrolled, Medicare won’t pay the claims submitted by them. It’s also important to ask your suppliers if they participate in Medicare before you get DME. If suppliers are participating suppliers, they must accept assignment. If suppliers are enrolled in Medicare but aren’t “participating,” they may choose not to accept assignment. If suppliers don't accept assignment, there’s no limit on the amount they can charge you. Competitive Bidding Program If you live in or visit certain areas, you may be affected by Medicare's Competitive Bidding Program. In most cases, Medicare will only help pay for these equipment and supplies if they're provided by contract suppliers when both of these apply: Contract suppliers can't charge you more than the 20% coinsurance and any unmet yearly deductible for any equipment or supplies included in the Competitive Bidding Program. You may need to use specific suppliers for some types of diabetes testing sup Continue reading >>
2×1 Home Kidney – Renal Function Disease Urine Strip Tests
Kidney disease is a disease where the kidneys stop functioning normally. The most common cause of kidney disease is diabetes. Other causes of kidney disease are kidney stones, an immune disorder called systemic lupus erythematosus, uncontrolled high blood pressure and drugs. For more information on the kidneys click here READ INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE USING THE TEST This Kidney Function Test provides dip-and-read test strips that are intended for use to check for Creatinine, Protein and Specific Gravity in urine specimens as an aid in the diagnosis of kidney diseases and problems. The test provides results by the visual comparison with the enclosed colour chart. If you obtain an abnormal result with the first strip, repeat the test using another strip. INTRODUCTION Your kidneys are bean-shaped organs, each about the size of your fist. They are located near the middle of your back, just below the rib cage. Kidneys filter water products and extra water from your blood and produce urine as a result. Urine flows to your bladder through tubes called ureters. Your bladder stores the urine which will pass through the urethra in the process of urination. The average adult passes between 0.8L and 2.6L per day, depending on the fluids they consume. The volume formed at night is about half that formed in the daytime. The tiny units inside your kidneys, called nephrons, are the actual filtering unit. Every kidney has about 1 million nephrons. Most kidney diseases attack the nephrons, altering their ability to filter blood and produce urine. COMMON CAUSES OF KIDNEY DISEASE: WHAT ARE THE TYPES AND SEVERITY OF KIDNEY DISEASE? Acute Renal Failure (AFR): This type occurs quickly and suddenly. It can happen as a result of an accident that injures the kidney, losing lots of blood, as Continue reading >>
Everything You Need To Know About Diabetes Test Strips
Update: A lot of our readers ask us where can they find the best deals for test strips. We personally recommend Amazon. You can check the list of selections they offer by clicking here. Blood glucose test strips play a crucial role in helping you to monitor your daily blood glucose level and giving your doctor the data to adjust your medication to control your diabetes symptoms. Without the help from these little disposable strips, life with diabetes can become even more chaotic than ever. But what exactly are these thin little plastic slip and why are they so expensive? Are there any alternative method I can use? Where can I get the best deal on these test strips? This article will answer many of your questions and concerns regarding these blood glucose test strips: Table of Contents History on Glucose Test Strips How Does the Test Strips Work Why Are the Strips So Expensive? And Why the Price Discrepancy? Why Must Diabetic Patients Use Glucometer and Test Strip? How Often Should You Administer A Blood Glucose Test? How to Find Out if Your Glucose Monitor is Accurate? How Accurate Are the Test Strips? How to Find Out if Your Glucose Monitor is Accurate? What is a Urine Glucose Test? Can’t I Use This Procedure Instead? Expiration of Test Strips Medicare Plan B Coverage for Glucose Test Strips Where to Get the Best Deal on Test Strips? Ways to Save of Test Strips How to Avoid Counterfeit Blood Glucose Test Strips Can You Reuse Test Strips? Can You Make Your Own Test Strip? 4 Most Affordable Meters How to Pick the Right Glucometer? How to Dispose Used Test Strips, Lancets, and Needles? What to Do with All These Test Strip Containers? Selling Your Glucose Test Strips A Good Idea? Odd Way to Earn Some Money Back Questions? History on Glucose Test Strips The first glucomet Continue reading >>
An Overview Of Ketone Testing Products
Share: While many people with diabetes have questions regarding ketone testing and the products available, I am seeing more questions from healthcare professionals as well. (Click here to see Clara Schneider’s blog for more helpful information regarding testing.) This post will be devoted to the current products available and their instructions for use. Ketone testing can be done one of two ways: by testing urine or testing blood. Urine ketone test strips are the most common method of testing, but the test will be identifying the ketones that were present several hours ago. It is important that the tester is aware of this so they can understand he results better. The most common urine ketone strips available include: Bayer – Keto-Diastix (also tests for glucose) or Ketostix (ketones only) LW Scientific – Ketosis Test Strip Nipro Diagnostics – Trueplus Ketone Test Strips CVS, ReliOn and Walgreens all have urine ketone test strips as well. Testing would be the same regardless of brand purchased. Instructions for urine ketone testing: • Pass the test end of the strip through your urine as you urinate (be sure to get it entirely wet), or collect urine in a clean dry container and dip the test strip in. For toddlers not toilet trained, the strips can be pressed against the wettest part of the diaper OR a cotton ball can be pressed in the diaper and transferred to the ketone strip. • Shake off excess drops of urine. • Wait 15 seconds, or whatever time is stated on the brand of test strips you have. • Compare the color on your strip to the color array on the side of the bottle. Key tips for urine ketone testing: • Check the expiration date. If the strips are expired, the test result will not be accurate. • Store the test strips with the lid closed tightly. Continue reading >>
Keto Strips - Bodybuilding.com Forums
I just bought some True Plus Kentone test Strips ( the CVS brand ) I didn't have any carbs after the gym work out yesterday and fasted for 18 hours I just did a test after a little cardio work out. Obviously I'm not in ketoses yet ( I do intermitted fasting but usually have about 200 grams of cars after -Do you guys measure the ketones in your urin ? (I guess the only way to find out if you are really in a state of ketoses ) - How long ( days) did did it take you to detect ketoses ? I have the feeling that I need carbs for the recovery after weight lifting , will I get out of the ketoses state and will it take me as long to get back into it ( days) after one insulin spike ? I just bought some True Plus Kentone test Strips ( the CVS brand ) I didn't have any carbs after the gym work out yesterday and fasted for 18 hours I just did a test after a little cardio work out. Obviously I'm not in ketoses yet ( I do intermitted fasting but usually have about 200 grams of cars after -Do you guys measure the ketones in your urin ? (I guess the only way to find out if you are really in a state of ketoses ) - How long ( days) did did it take you to detect ketoses ? I have the feeling that I need carbs for the recovery after weight lifting , will I get out of the ketoses state and will it take me as long to get back into it ( days) after one insulin spike ? Here's the thing, Keto strips test for ketones in the urine which are excess ketones that your body is excreting. After some time of being in ketosis, you won't have excess ketones because your body will be more efficient in terms of producing them. So initially, they can be helpful for somebody new to see if he/she is doing it right but after time, they become useless. 1. Very few of the regulars measure via urine. The few peopl Continue reading >>
Alphatrak 2 Test Strips
Do not bend, cut, or alter a AlphaTRAK2 Test Strip in any way. Use clean, dry hands to gently touch the test strip when removing it from the vial or inserting it into the meter. If you accidentally prick yourself with a lancet, please follow normal first aid procedures. If bleeding persists, please contact your local healthcare professional. Contact your nearest emergency animal hospital Store the test strip package in a dry place between 40 - 86F (4 - 30C). Use test strips only within the system operating temperature range as outlined in the AlphaTRAK Blood Glucose Monitoring System User Guide. Store away from direct sunlight and heat. Use each strip immediately after removing it from the vial. Store test strips in their original vial only. The cap or vial contains drying agents to protect the test strips. Do not transfer test strips to a new vial or any other container. After removing a test strip from the vial, replace the vial cap immediately and close it tightly. The test will automatically start when the AlphaTRAK 2 test strip detects there is an adequate amount of blood. If needed, additional blood may be added to the test strip within 60 seconds. If you choose the marginal ear vein as the testing site, it may help to use a flashlight to see the vein better and to place gauze or a cotton ball behind the ear to make a firmer testing surface. If you choose the paw pad, select an area on the side of the paw that your pet does not step on. To increase blood flow, prior to lancing, warm the sample site by gently rubbing, applying a warm cloth or a bag or sock filled with rice and warmed in the microwave for 20 seconds. To help the blood form into a droplet, apply a very thin layer of petroleum jelly to the sample site before lancing. Talk to other pet lovers about th Continue reading >>
Siemens Multistix 10sg Reagent Strips For Urinalysis 100ct
Siemens Multistix 10SG Reagent Strips for Urinalysis 100ct Unfortunately our full catalog may not be displayed in your state. If you contact our Customer Support by one of the methods below, we will be able to assist you in locating the product you are looking for. As a VIPPS accredited pharmacy licensed and/or authorized in all 50 states, pharmacy regulation requires us to ask for your shipping zip code. Siemens Multistix 10SG Reagent Strips for Urinalysis 100ct WARNING: You`ve selected a custom quantity of . This means you only want dispensed. Are you sure you only want to order ? If you need assistance, let one of our customer service representatives help you: 1-800-748-7001. Ready to use upon removal from the bottle and the entire reagent strip is disposable Strips may be read visually, requiring no additional laboratory equipment for testing Reagents: (Based on dry weight at the time of impregnation) Glucose: 2.2% w/w glucose oxidase (microbial, 1.3 IU); 1.0% w/w peroxidase (horseradish 3300 U); 8.1% w/w potassium iodide; 69.8% w/w buffer; 18.9% w/w nonreactive ingredients. Bilirubin: 0.4% w/w 2,4 dichloroaniline diazonium salt; 37.3% w/w buffer; 62.3% w/w nonreactive ingredients. Ketone: 7.1% w/w sodium nitroprusside; 92.9% w/w buffer. Specific Gravity: 2.8% w/w bromthymol blue; 68.8% w/w poly (methyl vinyl ether/maleic anhydride); 28.4% w/w sodium hydroxide Blood: 6.8% w/w diisopropylbenzene dihydroperoxide; 4.0% w/w 3,3', 5,5'-tetramethylbenzidine; 48.0% w/w buffer; 41.2% w/w nonreactive ingredients. pH: 0.2% w/w methyl red; 2.8% w/w bromthymol blue; 97.0% w/w nonreactive ingredients. Protein: 0.3% w/w tetrabromphenol blue; 97.3% w/w buffer; 2.4% w/w nonreactive ingredients. Urobilinogen: 0.2% w/w p-diethylaminobenzaldehyde; 99.8% w/w nonreactive ingredients. N Continue reading >>
When To Worry About Ketones
“Your blood sugar is over 250. We’ll have to test for ketones, just to make sure you’re not spilling any.” The nurse stuck a label featuring my name and date of birth onto a plastic cup. “The bathroom is down the hall and to the right,” she said. By now, I was familiar with the drill, having experienced it a handful of times in the past: Provide urine sample to endocrinologist and keep my fingers crossed that it’s negative. Fortunately, it was—no ketones spilled. Though we often toss the word ketones around when we talk about diabetes, there tends to be confusion about what ketones are and when they’re dangerous. What are ketones? Ketone bodies are produced by the liver and are byproducts of fat metabolism. They occur when muscles in the body (which normally uses glucose as fuel) begin to use fat instead. This can happen when a person restricts carbohydrates (i.e., following a ketogenic diet—see below), eats too little, or feels ill. Simply put, ketones are markers of fat burning in the body. People with diabetes need to be concerned about ketones, though, because they can be a sign of a life-threatening condition. The presence of ketones makes the blood acidic and can result in an illness known as diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), which occurs when blood sugar levels are very high. DKA can be caused by not getting enough insulin, and it may occur prior to a diagnosis of type one diabetes. DKA symptoms of concern include a dry mouth, blood sugar levels greater than 240 mg/dL, strong thirst, and frequent urination. Without treatment, these symptoms can worsen into confusion, extreme fatigue, flushed skin, fruity-smelling breath, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, and difficulty breathing. The most serious effects include swelling in the brain, loss of conscio Continue reading >>
Can I Find Glucose Urine Test Strips( Not For Diabetes) At Cvs Or Walgreens.?
Can i find glucose urine test strips( not for diabetes) at CVS or Walgreens.? Are you sure you want to delete this answer? Best Answer: There are urine test strips for other things besides diabetes. They are sold over the internet without a prescription, so you probably can find them at a local drug store, maybe even Walmart or Kmart it you have any of the stores in your area. You might have to make a couple of phone calls first. Source(s): www.anytestkits.com/urine-tests.htm Source(s): Destroy Diabetes Starting Today : Source(s): Secrets To Reverse Diabetes - I'm a 45 year old woman and was recently diagnosed as being a borderline diabetic. My doctor prescribed some medication, but before filling it I decided to do some research on the internet which led me to the methods. After reading this ebook and applying the methods, my scepticism turned to 100% belief. I noticed that my energy levels increased significantly and I felt more rested in the morning, my symptoms started going away. I am very happy to tell you that I have been feeling better than I have felt in years and my doctor informed me that he will be taking me off my prescriptions if I keep this up. I recommend you use the Type 2 Diabetes Destroyer to naturally reverse your diabetes. With the newer types of insulin these days, diabetic diets aren't necessarily as restrictive as they used to be. Read here As with any medicine or diet change, you should discuss it with your doctor. Fruits, both fresh and dried, have a natural sugar in them that will raise blood sugar levels, so be careful about eating too much. Not sure about the nuts. Moderation is always the key. I've been diabetic for 18 years and just recently changed insulin types. I love it because it gives me more freedom in when and what I eat. Upload f Continue reading >>
Pets With Diabetes: Urine Glucose Testing
Generally, urine testing is more useful in dogs than in cats. Several dog owners use urine glucose testing to monitor their pet. Because it is usually more difficult to obtain a urine sample from a cat, and cats often hold their urine a long time, it can be very difficult to use urine glucose testing as an accurate method of determining the level of regulation in a diabetic cat. In the case where an animal isn't regulated, or is difficult to keep regulated, home urine testing must be supplemented by some form of BG testing (either at home or at the vet). I don't think urine testing is accurate enough and there's too much of a time lag between the BG and the urine glucose levels for you to rely only on urine glucose levels to try to achieve regulation. The inaccuracies of urine testing will be exaggerated in animals that urinate infrequently. This tends to be a problem with cats. The greater the amount of time between urination, the more averaged the urine glucose will be. That batch of urine was processed by the kidneys and collected in the bladder over a longer period of time. Urine glucose tests may be more accurate on an animal that urinates frequently. In this case, the urine is processed and eliminated over a shorter time and the urine glucose will more closely reflect what the blood glucose levels were. Also, urine testing may be more useful after the animal is regulated. Then you have a good idea that the bgs are within an acceptable range, and the urine tests can be used to double check to see if glucose is spilling into the urine. The level of glucose in the urine is not the same as the level of glucose in the blood. The urine level is just a reflection of how high the bg was, and how long it was above the renal threshold (the point where glucose spills into t Continue reading >>
