Micro-Albumin Qualitative Rapid Test Cassette

【SUMMARY】
The persistent appearance of small amounts of albumin in urine (microalbuminuria) may be the first indicator of a renal dysfunction. For diabetic patients, positive results may be the first indicator of a diabetic nephropathy. Without therapy, the amount of released albumin will increase (macroalbuminuria) and renal insufficiency will occur. In cases of Type 2 diabetes, the early diagnosis and therapy of diabetic nephropathy is especially important. In addition to being the earliest manifestation of nephropathy, albuminuria is also a marker of an increased risk for cardiovascular diseases in type-2 diabetes. In normal physiological conditions, small amounts of albumin are glomerularly filtrated and tubularly reabsorbed. The expulsion of 20μg/mL to 200

μg/mL albumin in urine is characterized as microalbuminuria. In addition to renal dysfunction, a transient albuminuria might also be caused by physical training, infection of the urinary tract, hypertension, cardiac insufficiency and surgery.

【DIRECTIONS FOR USE】
Allow the test, urine specimen, and/or controls to equilibrate to room temperature (15-30°C) prior to testing.
1. Remove the test cassette from the sealed foil pouch and use it as soon as possible. Best results will be obtained if the assay is performed immediately after opening the foil pouch.
2. Place the test cassette on a clean and level surface. Hold the dropper vertically and transfer 3 full drops of urine (approx.120μL) to the specimen well(S) of test cassette and start the timer. Avoid trapping air bubbles in the specimen well. See illustration below.
3. Wait for the line(s) to appear. Read results at 5 minutes. Do not interpret the result after 10 minutes.