| Test name: |
Chemcard Glucose |
| Brief description of test: |
screens for abnormally high glucose levels (requires a self-collected blood droplet) |
| Product features &
benefits: |
The Chemcard Glucose Test is a 3 minute test that requires only a single self-collected blood droplet to identify abnormally high fasting plasma glucose (blood sugar) levels in your blood. Abnormal glucose levels are normally a warning sign of diabetes. |
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| Type of test: |
Instant Glucose Tests |
| Manufacturer of test: |
Chematics |
| Manufacturer brand: |
Chemcard |
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questions: |
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| Tests in package: |
1 |
| Product ID#: |
CHE04 |
| Price of test: |
$9.97 |
| Specimen required by test: |
Self-collected blood droplet |
| Are specimens tested at home or
laboratory: |
This test provides test results at
home and does NOT require that your test specimen be mailed to a
laboratory |
| Brief overview of test
instructions: |
Prick finger, apply self-collected blood droplet on test area, after 3 minutes peel off Tab, compare color to determine test results
Note: Always read instructions enclosed with test kit for
more detailed instructions |
| Diet restrictions required by
test: |
Fast for 6-12 hours before specimen collection. |
| Time before test results are
known: |
3 minutes |
| Suggested frequency to test
again: |
Consult doctor. Many people retest every 3 to 6 months |
| Does test require a doctor's
prescription: |
No doctor perscription necessary |
| Accuracy of test: |
98.9% accuracy in patients who fasted properly |
| Sensitivity of test: |
Measuring range is 50-150mg/dl |
| Test precautions: |
For in vitro diagnostic use only. Use test by expiration date on pkg. Test requires fresh, capillary blood only. Test not intended for use to monitor diabetic patients. Test for people 2yrs or older and NOT pregnant. |
| FDA status information: |
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| CLIA status information: |
CLIA Waived for home/business use |
| Test shelf life: |
Test cards may be used until the expiration date appearing on each package. |
| How product should be stored: |
Tests should be stored at room temperature, not to exceed 86 degrees F (30 degrees C). Refrigeration is not required. |
