B.U.N. REAGENT STRIPS

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Product Description

B.U.N. Reagent Strips are a disposable reagent strip for the determination of BLOOD UREA NITROGEN in whole blood, serum or heparinized plasma. A semi-permeable membrane is employed. Each strip is stable and ready to use when removed from the storage vial. DO NOT REFRIGERATE.

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

B.U.N. Reagent strips are for in-vitro diagnostic use.

SPECIMEN COLLECTION AND PREPARATION

B.U.N. Reagent strips are intended for use with whole blood, serum or heparinized plasma only.

SPECIFICATIONS

1. Range 10-100mg/dl

2. Specimen whole blood, serum or heparinized plasma

3. Sample Volume 50-100 µl (1 drop)

4. Reaction Time 1 minute

5. Storage ROOM TEMPERATURE ONLY

NORMAL VALUE FOR B.U.N.

Canine 10-20 mg/dl

Feline 10-30 mg/dl

Equine 10-25 mg/dl

LIMITATIONS OF PROCEDURE Whole blood with fluoride as a preservative should be avoided. Hematocrits greater than 55% can cause lower results.

WARNING: If patient is severely dehydrated, use serum or plasma only.

STORAGE AND HANDLING

Reagent strips should be stored in the vial in a cool, dry place. Avoid excessive humidity, temperature extremes, and direct sunlight. The vial should be stored tightly capped. Remove desired number of strips and recap immediately. Do not handle reagent pad area.

TEST PROCEDURES

Proper timing is critical for this technique.

1. Apply 1 large drop of sample to the pad.

2. Wait 30 seconds.

3. Wipe sample off with a tissue. USE MODERATE PRESSURE EVENLY ON THE REAGENT PAD AREA. REMOVE ALL EXCESS SAMPLE.

4. Wait an additional 30 seconds.

5. Compare color of the pad with the color chart to obtain B.U.N. value.

AVAILABILITY

B.U.N. Reagent strips are available in kits of 25 tests.

FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CALL: 1-800-236-6180