Monograph Details

Diagnostic Agents > Diagnostic agents
ACETEST
Manufacturer
Bayer Corp, Diagnostics Div.
Legal Classification
OTC
Generic Name
In vitro test. Contain nitroprusside, glycine; reagent tabs.
Indications
Detection of ketones in urine, serum, whole blood, plasma.
Adults and Children
Collect fresh specimen. Test according to package directions.
Contraindications
Not for ingestion.
Precautions
Tablet darkening indicates deterioration.
Interactions
Sulfobromophthalein, phenylketones, 8-hydroxyquinoline, levodopa may give false (+) result.
How Supplied
Tabs—100
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