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CHEMCARD™
CHOLESTEROL
Rapid One-Step System Cholesterol Test Card

A
fast, easy to
use, qualitative test
device for determining cholesterol levels in those
individuals concerned with coronary artery disease and its prevention. A
self contained, convenient, quick systems cholesterol
test that can be performed
anytime, anywhere without the need for additional instrumentation or reagent
strips. The CHEMCARD is also ideal
for educational demonstrations, health seminars and clinical field use.
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INTENDED USE*
These simple, one-step
professional tests
can be used to quickly identify elevated blood cholesterol levels associated with
increased risk of coronary artery disease in three (3) minutes. The CHEMCARD Cholesterol Test provides a preliminary semi-quantitative, qualitative
analytical test result without the need of special equipment or training. A specially
treated test pad chemically reacts with the test sample to provide a color change that
compares with six(6) predetermined levels of blood cholesterol ranging from 150mg/dL to
300+mg/dL. The test does not require special equipment or training and can be easily
performed at home. For a basic comparison chart of the different features of the
cholesterol tests currently available see the
Brand Comparison Chart. For frequently asked
questions see the Cholesterol FAQ. For
specificity and accuracy analysis see the Chemcard
Technical Specifications.
BACKGROUND
Studies have
been conducted that show the incidence of coronary artery disease (CAD) rises linearly
with blood cholesterol levels. Individuals with elevated blood cholesterol
levels of 200 mg/dL or greater are considered at increased risk for the development of
coronary artery disease. These tests are intended to identify those individuals
with elevated blood cholesterol levels. In October 1987, the National Heart, Lung
and Blood Institute's National Cholesterol Education Program at the National Institute of
Health released a report on the detection, evaluation and treatment of high blood
cholesterol in adults. The panel simplified the previous guidelines published in 1985. The
new report eliminates the age and sex categories for risk levels and classifies total
cholesterol levels as follows:
Note:
All results of 200 mg/dL or greater should be repeated by a quantitative laboratory method
before a diagnosis of hypercholesterolemia is made.
The CHEMCARD Cholesterol Tests incorporate a solid phase
chemistry that employs the same principle as the enzymatic wet chemistries which are
presently being used in many hospital laboratories. This enzymatic reaction
makes use of a highly sensitive chromogen, tetramethylbenzidine, which allows for a visual
determination of blood cholesterol. The test incorporates a unique cell separator as an
integral part of the device. This separation device allows the use of whole blood as a
specimen.
Note:
This test is intended as an indication of possible elevated cholesterol levels only and
should not be interpreted or used as a determination or diagnosis of any disease or
condition. This test is for forensic, professional use only. See caution below.
The CHEMCARD test is
intended for use with fresh capillary blood collected from a finger prick. Finger prick
samples are a large drop of free flowing capillary blood. Excessive squeezing or
"milking"
should be avoided when obtaining samples as this can produce somewhat lower results.

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MATERIALS PROVIDED WITH
EACH TEST PROCEDURE
(KIT VERSION ONLY)
1
(One) Cholesterol Test Card
1 (One) Sterile Unistik II Auto-lance
Safety Lancet
1 (One) Alcohol Preparation
Swab Pad
1 (One) Sterile Sheer Patch
bandage
Complete Step-by-Step Instructions |
TEST PROCEDURE
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Preparation |
Procedure |
Test
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Clean fingertip with provided alcohol swab and let dry.
Allowing the alcohol to dry minimizes any sting from the lancet. Prick finger with the sterile safety lancet provided. Discard the first drop of
blood.
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Gently Squeeze finger to obtain a large or "hanging" drop of
blood Carefully place the drop onto the small circular test pad identified on the CHEMCARD. Wait exactly three (3) minutes for chemical reaction and development. Use a
timer.
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After 3 minutes, remove the entire Tab area from the test card and
discard. Compare the color in the center of the wheel (test pad) with the colors surrounding it and determine the Cholesterol level within 30
seconds.
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INTERPRETATION
OF RESULTS
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System
cholesterol values are obtained by
direct visual comparison with the color wheel surrounding the reactive pad printed on each
test card. After development time the reactive pad will turn from blood red to
progressively darker shades of blue/green. Note: Since this is a qualitative judgment
involving color, shade and intensity, it is often helpful to get another persons
opinion of test results. Note: It is important to make the color comparison within 60 seconds as the test area will begin to fade after one (1) minute.
Each of the six color panels represent a
system cholesterol threshold range. The
lightest color compares to a level of 150 mg/dl cholesterol. Each successive darker panel
compares to system cholesterol levels of 175, 200, 225, 250 and 300+ mg/dl respectively. A
reactive pad that appears lighter than the 150 color block should be interpreted as a
cholesterol result less than 150 mg/dl cholesterol. Likewise, a reactive pad that appears
as dark or darker than the 300+ color block should be interpreted as greater than 300
mg/dl. In the example result shown on the left, the color of the test area indicates a
cholesterol level of 200 mg/dl or less or 5.2mmol/l system cholesterol.
Frequently Asked Questions. For specificity
and accuracy analysis see the Chemcard Technical
Specifications.
Important: Independent reagent calibration of this cholesterol
test is not required nor is the use of any reagent controls. The color wheel on each lot of test cards is calibrated by use of precise
standards during manufacturing including extensive quality control procedures.
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ORDER
AVAILABILITY
One order unit or complete kit contains five (5) individual tests with
accessories as noted above. Complete kits are available for 5
and 15 test procedures. A Professional Physician pack of 24 bulk test cards
only (no accessories) is also available as well as a master
distributor case of 288 bulk test cards (12 boxes of 24 tests, no accessories).
Description |
Packaging |
Sale
Unit |
Cost |
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CHEMCARD™
Rapid Cholesterol Test
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Sealed Poly Kit
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Five (5) Test Kit |
$35.00
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Fifteen (15) Test Kit |
$79.00
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Physicians
Pack Boxed
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24
Test Cards Only
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$95.00
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Master Distribution
Case |
288
Test Cards Only
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$950.00 |
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*If the
order buttons are absent or inoperable, please use the
pricing overview page to order. |
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Professional EZ-Lance®
Auto-Lance spring loaded lancets available separately:
Lancets |
*CAUTION
: The Chemcard Cholesterol test is intended to be used under Professional
Supervision. Consultation with a medical or healthcare professional prior to use
is required.

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