Evaluation of Urine Reagent Strips to Detect Schistosoma Haematobium Infection

Have you ever encountered urinalysis in your life?epidemiology. Studies showed in every 5ml of urine,
Oftentimes, this test occurs if a patient is sufferingthere are more than 64 egg cells present. If that could
from kidney troubles and other related diseases. Inbe the case, the sensitivity of protein indicator was
some instances, when a patient is suffering fromalso high. This study proves that these strips are
serious infection such as UTI (Urinary Tract Infection).excellent tools to evaluate indirect diagnostic
Using urine reagent strips, doctors and can easilytechniques.
described a specific gravity of density of urine.Storage
Needless to say, urinary tract infection may lead into aCap the bottle tightly. Do not store the strips inside the
worse situation if not treated properly. As of thisrefrigerator. Do not expose the strips to specific
writing, it is advisable to take urine test at least once orfactors like moisture, heat and light. Do not expose the
twice a month.strips to two much heat and too much cold
Regardless of age and gender, anyone couldtemperature.
encounter infection inside the body, women, adults andProcedure of Handling
children. Urine reagent strips is a solid reagent thatThe unused strips should be stored on the bottle itself.
contain polyacid which determines the acidity andIt is also advice to avoid transferring strips from
concentration of specific urine. A reagent strip alsoanother container as cause to deteriorate and
features PH indicator which of course determine PHbecome not reactive. As much as possible do not
changes. When it comes to accuracy, studies showedremove or replace the cap. Don't touch the test area
that 84 percent of relative densities can be measuredof the strip. More than anything, don not use the trip
using these strips and 89 percent is by using theafter the expiration date.
conventional urinometer.For best results, urine reagent strips should be
Urine reagent test is also used to detect the presenceconfirmed if it is negative or positive. It is also advisable
of blood in the urine or the so-called Schistosomato consult the doctor after taking the test. As for
Haematobium Infection. This occurs when egg count inlaboratories, they should establish each goal with
the urine of humans were subjected from twoadequate standards and testing procedures.