Description
Ketostix Testing Strips – Urine Ketone Test Strips, 50
Fast, Accurate Ketone Level Test for Diabetes & Keto Diet Monitoring At Home
Ketostix Testing Strips are urine ketone test strips used to monitor ketone levels at home. They are commonly used by people with diabetes, ketogenic diets, fasting plans, and low-carb weight loss programmes. Results are fast and easy to read using the included colour chart. You can buy genuine Ketostix strips from Dock Pharmacy, a trusted GPhC-registered UK pharmacy.
Ketostix Testing Strips provide a quick and reliable way to test ketone levels in urine. Whether you are monitoring for diabetes, tracking ketosis on a keto diet, or checking ketones during fasting or illness, these strips help you understand what’s happening in your body within seconds.
Simply dip a strip in urine, wait for the colour change, then compare it to the easy-read ketone chart on the packaging.
As a GPhC-registered online pharmacy, Dock Pharmacy supplies genuine Ketostix, fast UK dispatch, and trusted pharmacy support whenever you need it.
How to Use Ketostix Testing Strips
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Remove a strip from the bottle (close lid immediately to protect unused strips)
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Dip the test pad into urine or hold under urine stream
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Wait for the recommended time (usually a few seconds)
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Compare the colour change to the chart on the label
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Record your reading to track trends over time
Benefits of Testing with Ketostix
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Detects raised ketones quickly
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Helps prevent diabetic ketoacidosis
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Monitors ketosis for weight loss or keto diet
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Useful during illness, dehydration or high blood sugar
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Simple, hygienic and easy to interpret
Side Effects
There are no direct side effects from using urine ketone test strips.
Cautions
⚠ If ketone results are high, especially with high blood sugar, nausea, vomiting or fatigue, seek medical advice immediately – this may be a sign of diabetic ketoacidosis
⚠ Store strips properly – heat, air or moisture can cause inaccurate readings
⚠ Only use strips before expiry date
⚠ Do not use to self-diagnose without medical advice if symptoms worsen
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FAQs
1. How accurate are Ketostix urine ketone test strips?
Ketostix provides reliable results when stored correctly and used before expiry. For medical accuracy, always compare the colour chart carefully.
✅ 2. What colour means high ketones on Ketostix?
Darker shades on the colour chart indicate higher ketone levels. Dark purple usually signals raised ketones and may require medical advice.
✅ 3. Do Ketostix test strips expire?
Yes. Expired strips may give false results. Always check the expiry date on the bottle.
✅ 4. Are Ketostix suitable for keto diet tracking?
Yes. Many people on ketogenic diets use Ketostix to monitor ketosis and fat-burning progress at home.
✅ 5. Can dehydration cause high ketones?
Yes. Dehydration increases ketone concentration. Drink fluids and re-test if unsure.
✅ 6. Are urine ketone tests as accurate as blood ketone tests?
Urine strips are a good first-line test. Blood ketone monitors measure beta-hydroxybutyrate and are considered more accurate for diabetes management.
✅ 7. What should I do if my ketone levels are high?
Drink fluids, check blood sugar, and seek urgent medical help if symptoms such as vomiting, stomach pain, fruity breath or breathing difficulty appear.
✅ 8. Can children use Ketostix?
Yes, but testing should be supervised by a parent, doctor or diabetes team.
✅ 9. How often should I test ketones?
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During illness
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When blood sugar is high
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When following a keto diet or fasting
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If experiencing nausea or tiredness
✅ 10. Where can I buy Ketostix safely in the UK?
You can buy Ketostix Testing Strips online from Dock Pharmacy, a GPhC-registered UK pharmacy offering genuine products and fast delivery.
Track ketones quickly and easily from home.
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Ketostix are urine ketone test strips that allow quick detection of ketones. They help monitor diabetes, ketosis, fasting and low-carb diets. Buy genuine Ketostix online from Dock Pharmacy with fast UK delivery.
