TENA U-Test: Checking for Bladder Infections

TENA U-Test: Checking for Bladder Infections

A bladder infection is most often caused by a bacterial infection within the bladder. In people with weakened immune systems, yeast can cause bladder infections as well. A bladder infection is a type of urinary tract infection (UTI). This refers to an infection anywhere in the urinary tract, such as the bladder, kidneys, ureters, or the urethra. Most cases of bladder infections are acute, meaning they occur suddenly and can make you feel very unwell. Other cases may be chronic, meaning they recur over the long term. Early treatment is key to preventing the spread of the infection so it is advisable to regularly check for any bladder infections. TENA U-Test TENA U-Test is a revolutionary way to test for urine infections in a simple and quick way by sparing individuals the cumbersome routines of urine collections; allowing comfort and dignity for individuals and reducing the workload for carers.    You can also do the test in the comfort of your own home!

The TENA U-Test is an in-pad test for the detection of nitrites and leukocytes in the urine, indicating a urinary tract infection. It works by placing a small soft test card inside the incontinence pad. This test card has a soft surface, making it comfortable for individuals to wear. Results can be obtained in just 15 minutes after urination and remain valid for up to 24 hours afterwards, allowing no interruption to individual incontinence pad changing routines. The results of the detection strip are colour coded to allow for easy interpretation of the results and the test comes with a sticker than advises you/carers of when a test is in progress, and the results card enables an accurate recording of results to pass onto clinicians. TENA U-test comes in a pack of 2. Benefits

• Quick and simple to use - results available in 15 minutes after urination.
• In pad detection minimising intrusion and dignity for individuals and reducing workload for carers
• Soft surface making it comfortable to wear
• Colour coded results and results card for easy interpretation.
• Results remain valid for 24 hours after urination so no need for immediate changing and removal.
• Successfully evaluated in a clinical trial and is EU certified as an IVD

Please visit our Incontinence UK website to purchase your Tena U-Test and help prevent bladder infections. Best Wishes Incontinence UK www.incontinenceuk.co.uk