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Take this urine based test if you are feeling generally ill or nauseous, have fatigue, a lack of appetite, or a yellowing of the skin and eyes. These are all symptoms of liver disease.

The test detects abnormal levels of bilirubin and urobilinogen in the urine, indications of liver disease.

For indicative use only. Please visit your doctor to confirm test results.

Results in 1 minute

Approved for Home use

Test Instructions and Further Information


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Liver Function Test instructions

How accurate is this test?

This test has proven 98% accurte in laboratory testing.

Limitations

This test is intended as an initial indication of elevated chemical markers and not conclusive of specific diagnosis. Further testing and consultation with a healthcare proffessional is necessary to confirm the presence of a specific disease or health condition.

Contents:

1. One vacuum wrapper containing the test stick
2. One urine sample container.

Test preparation:

1. Collect urine halfway to the top of the sample container provided.
2. Prepare some tissue papers.

Directions:

1. Remove the test stick from the vacuum wrapper. Hold the stick by the textured thumb grip.

Liver Function Test-Diagram 1


2. Completely immerse the test reagent area in the urine sample for between 1-2 seconds, and remove immediately.

Liver Function Test-Diagram 2

3. Holding the reagent area downwards, use a tissue to remove excess urine, taking care not to wipe or touch the reagent area of the test stick. Lay the test stick on a flat surface.

Liver Function Test-Diagram 3


4. After waiting 60 seconds, immediately compare the resultant colours of the testing reagent area to the colour chart on the box to determine the test result. Colour changes in the test reagent areas indicate the presence of liver disease. See ‘Test results interpretation’ below.

Liver Function Test-Diagram 4

Note:

1. It is important that the reagent area of the test stick is completely submerged during Step 2. Angle the sample container if necessary to ensure the reagent area is fully immersed in urine.
2. It is not recommended that you perform the test by holding the test stick directly in your urine stream as the reagent material may be washed away in the process, leading to an invalid test result.

Precautions:

1. Do not open the vacuum wrapper containing the test stick until you are ready to start the test.
2. Do not touch the reagent area of the stick with your hands.
3. Refrain from consuming vitamin C supplements for at least 24 hours before taking this test.
4. If you have trouble differentiating colours, please ask someone to interpret the results for you.
5. Store the box in a dry place at between 15°C-30°C (59°F-86°F). Avoid exposing to direct sunlight, moisture or heat.
6. Do not use after the expiry date listed on the box.
7. The test stick is designed for single-use only, and should not be reused.
8. For in-vitro use only (not for internal use).
9. Keep out of the reach of children.
10. This test is not effected by the time of the day the urine sample is collected; morning, afternoon or evening.
11. For accuracy, the colour comparison should be read 1 minute right after the test stick is removed from the sample container.

Test results interpretation:


1. Please refer to the colour comparison chart for interpretation of the test results.
2. If either of the colours indicate ‘abnormal,’ you should consult your doctor.
3. Indicators:

a.Bilirubin
The protein bilirubin is the waste product formed when red blood cells die and haemoglobin is broken down. In healthy individuals, bilirubin is metabolized by liver. An above normal level of bilirubin in the urine is indicative of liver disease. If your test results indicate ‘abnormal’ (mild, moderate, or severe), please seek the advice of your doctor.

b.Urobilinogen
The protein urobilinogen is formed in the intestines by bacterial action from the protein bilirubin. This is then absorbed and passed to the liver and urine. An above normal level of urobilinogen in the urine is indicative of liver disease. If your test results indicate ‘abnormal’ (mild, moderate, or severe), please seek the advice of your doctor.

Q&A:

1. What is the accuracy of the Neu Chain Biocare Quickcheck Liver Function Test?
The test has proven 98% accurate in laboratory studies.

2. Should I modify my diet prior to taking the test?
It is not necessary to modify your diet, aside from refraining from consuming vitamin C supplements for at least 24 hours prior to taking the test.

3. Should I take the test at any particular time of
the day?
You may take the test at any time of the day or night, at your convenience.

4. Why should the test stick be removed from the urine
sample immediately after 1-2 seconds immersion?
If the test reagent area is immersed in urine for too long, unwanted chemical interactions will occur which may affect the test result.

5. If the result indicates ‘abnormal’, does this mean I
have a liver disease?
‘Abnormal’ indicates above normal levels of bilirubin and urobilinogen in the urine, which could mean you have liver disease. However, you should see a doctor to confirm the result and receive a proper medical diagnosis.

6. If the result indicates ‘normal’, should I stop being
worried about having liver disease?
The test is indicative of your current condition only. In general, symptoms will not be present in the early stages of liver disease. If you have reason to believe you may have liver disease, you should test regularly
and consult your doctor for advice.

Liver Disease

Functions of the liver:

To convert the food we eat into stored energy and chemicals necessary for life and growth.
To act as a filter to remove alcohol and toxic substances from the blood and convert them to substances that can be excreted from the body.
To process drugs and medications absorbed from the digestive system, enabling the body to use them effectively and ultimately dispose of them.
To create and export important chemicals used by the body.

You are at risk for liver damage or disease if:

You are exposed to blood or bodily fluids on the job.
You are regularly exposed to toxins or chemicals such as aerosol cleaners, bug spray, paint fumes and tobacco smoke.
You have injected drugs, especially if you shared a needle.
You have had frequent, unprotected sex with multiple partners.
You have had a tattoo or piercing with an unsterile needle.
You consume alcohol. Even moderate amounts of alcohol can have toxic effects, especially when taken with over-the-counter drugs containing acetaminophen.
You use certain herbs or herbal remedies. Mega doses of vitamins can also cause liver damage.
You have certain conditions, such as obesity, diabetes, or high triglycerides.

Why should you care about your liver?

Because the liver performs over 5,000 important functions every minute of the day to keep your body going.
Your liver converts food into nutrients and stores vitamins, minerals and sugars.
The liver detoxifies substances that are harmful to the body.
A healthy liver is essential to a healthy life.

The Progression of Liver Disease.

There are many different types of liver disease. But no matter what type you have, the damage to your liver is likely to progress in a similar way.
Whether your liver is infected with a virus, injured by chemicals, or under attack from your own immune system, the basic danger is the same - that your liver will become so damaged that it can no longer work to keep you alive.
Anything that keeps your liver from doing its job may put your life in danger.

The Healthy Liver.

Your liver helps fight infections and cleans your blood. It also helps digest food and stores energy for when you need it. A healthy liver has the amazing ability to grow back, or regenerate, when it is damaged. Anything that keeps your liver from doing its job - or from growing back after injury - may put your life in danger.

Inflammation
In the early stage of any liver disease, your liver may become inflamed. It may become tender and enlarged. Inflammation shows that your body is trying to fight an infection or heal an injury. But if the inflammation continues over time, it can start to hurt your liver permanently. When most other parts of your body become inflamed, you can feel it - the area becomes hot and painful. But an inflamed liver may cause you no discomfort at all. If your liver disease is diagnosed and treated successfully at this stage, the inflammation may go away.

Fibrosis
If left untreated, the inflamed liver will start to scar. As excess scar tissue grows, it replaces healthy liver tissue. This process is called fibrosis. (Scar tissue is a kind of fibrous tissue.) Scar tissue cannot do the work that healthy liver tissue can. Moreover, scar tissue can keep blood from flowing through your liver. As more scar tissue builds up, your liver may not work as well as it once did. Or, the healthy part of your liver has to work harder to make up for the scarred part.
If your liver disease is diagnosed and treated successfully at this stage, there's still a chance that your liver can heal itself over time.

Cirrhosis
But if left untreated, your liver may become so seriously scarred that it can no longer heal itself. This stage - when the damage cannot be reversed - is called cirrhosis. Cirrhosis can lead to a number of complications, including liver cancer. In some people, the symptoms of cirrhosis may be the first signs of liver disease.

Liver Cancer
Cancer that starts in the liver is called primary liver cancer. Cirrhosis and hepatitis B are leading risk factors for primary liver cancer. But cancer can develop in the liver at any stage in the progression of liver disease.
You may bleed or bruise easily.
Water may build up in your legs and/or abdomen.
Your skin and eyes may take on a yellow color, a condition called jaundice.
Your skin may itch intensely.
In blood vessels leading to your liver, the blood may back up because of blockage. These blood vessels may burst.
You may become more sensitive to medications and their side effects.
You may develop insulin resistance and type-2 diabetes.
Toxins may build up in your brain, causing problems with concentration, memory, sleeping, or other mental functions.
Once you've been diagnosed with cirrhosis, treatment will focus on keeping your condition from getting worse. It may be possible to stop or slow the liver damage. It is important to protect the healthy liver tissue you have left.

Liver failure
Liver failure means that your liver is losing or has lost all of its function. It is a life-threatening condition that demands urgent medical care.
The first symptoms of liver failure are often nausea, loss of appetite, fatigue, and diarrhea. Because these symptoms can have any number of causes, it may be hard to tell that the liver is failing.
Liver failure is a life-threatening condition that demands urgent medical care.
But as liver failure progresses, the symptoms become more serious. The patient may become confused and disoriented, and extremely sleepy. There is a risk of coma and death. Immediate treatment is needed. The medical team will try to save whatever part of the liver that still works. If this is not possible, the only option may be a liver transplant.
When liver failure occurs as a result of cirrhosis, it usually means that the liver has been failing gradually for some time, possibly for years. This is called chronic liver failure.
Chronic liver failure can also be caused by malnutrition. More rarely, liver failure can occur suddenly, in as little as 48 hours. This is called acute liver failure and is usually a reaction to poisoning or a medication overdose.
Cirrhosis, liver cancer, and liver failure are serious conditions that can threaten your life. Once you have reached these stages of liver disease, your treatment options may be very limited. That's why it's important to catch liver disease early, in the inflammation and fibrosis stages. If you are treated successfully at these stages, your liver may have a chance to heal itself and recover.

Talk to your doctor about liver disease. Find out if you are at risk or if you should undergo any tests or vaccinations.

What are the typical symptoms of liver disease?

There are no obvious symptoms that indicate the initial onset of liver disease. Some people may feel like they have a cold or upset stomach. In combination, fatigue, apocleisis (lack of appetite) and a yellowing of the skin and eyes can indicate a serious inflammation of the liver. If hepatitis is not cured, it can degenerate into chronic hepatitis, then into cirrhosis and possibly liver cancer.

How can I prevent developing liver disease?

a. Your diet should be balanced and nutritious. Eat plenty of vegetables, fruit, and food with rich albumen, while limiting the consumption of fats.
b. Limit your intake of foods containing aflatoxin, such as the fermented products of peanuts and beans, because aflatoxin is a known cause of liver cancer.
c. Limit your intake of alcohol.
d.Limit your intake of so-called‘patent medicines’; medicines or formations where the ingredients are unclear.
e. Get regular and adequate sleep.
f . In addition to an annual health checkup by a doctor, those who are unable to maintain a lifestyle according to the above advice should check the health of their livers on a regular basis using the Quickcheck Liver Function Test.
g. Those who do not carry the hepatitis B antibody should be injected with the hepatitis B vaccine to avoid getting this disease. Check with your doctor.


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