Alternative names
Urine strips analyzer; Dipstick urine analyser
Primary use
Type of medical device or related product
Multiple vs. specific use (health condition)
Intended population age
Intended population sex
Level of technical knowledge
Capital
Reusable
Requirements
None
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Service delivery platforms / Healthcare levels
Healthcare unit
EMDN related code(s)
W020101020101
URINE STRIP READERS
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GMDN related code(s)
35918
Urine analyser IVD, laboratory (An electrically-powered automated or semi-automated laboratory instrument intended to be used for the qualitative and/or quantitative in vitro determination of various chemical and cellular constituents of a clinical urine specimen, which typically include bilirubin, glucose, haemoglobin, ketones, nitrites, pH, protein, urobilinogen, specific gravity, blood, red cells, white cells, casts, crystals, sperm, and/or microorganisms (e.g., bacteria). The device uses technology which may include electrical impedance, conductivity, enzyme spectrophotometry, nephelometry and/or photometry.)
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Interagency list of priority medical devices for essential interventions for reproductive, maternal, newborn and
child health
WHO list of priority medical devices for cancer management
WHO List of Priority Medical Devices for management of cardiovascular diseases and diabetes
WHO List of Priority medical devices list for the COVID-19 response and associated technical specifications
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