To ensure your at home testing kits provide accurate and dependable results – it is essential to store them properly. Factors such as heat, moisture and light can damage the test chemicals, potentially impacting the kit’s effectiveness. Following the storage instructions not only makes the kit last longer but also makes sure that you will get reliable results when you need them.
1. Store kits within recommended temperatures
The best place to store most at home testing kits is between 2°C and 30°C (36°F to 86°F). Extreme heat or cold can break down the active ingredients in test kits – rendering the testing process less reliable. Unless told otherwise, do not freeze these kits. Allow a kit that has been in transit or stored in a different environment to reach room temperature on its own before use.
2. Avoid Humid or Damp Conditions
In humid environments, components such as chemical solutions and paper strips fail to function well. Keep your kits dry except in kitchens or bathrooms where steam is likely present. Many kits include desiccant bags – which are used to absorb moisture. Please do not combine these; they will keep the conditions inside the box in their current condition.
3. Block direct sunlight
Direct sunshine, especially UV rays, can damage some of the kit’s sensitive materials. Always keep you at home testing kits in the boxes they came in or in cases that are protective. To keep them safe from light-related chemical reactions that could change the results, it’s best to keep them in a closed drawer or a closet with some shade.
4. Keep things stable
As we all should must know that changes in temperature and humidity that happen often can make your kit less effective. Avoid storing kits in areas with significant temperature fluctuations, such as near heaters, air conditioners or windows. It is best to place the shelf in a stable and superb location, away from machines. This ensures that the testing materials remain effective until the date they expire.
5. Keep track of expiration dates and organize
If you use an expired test kit, it may give you a false negative or positive result. Never use something after the expiration date has passed, and keep your kits in a “first in, first out” order. Ensure the expiration dates are written on the kits so that the older ones are used first. Examine products that are either damaged or have passed their expiration date.
Conclusion
Keep things at home the accuracy of your data can be significantly improved by using the right testing kits. Keep them cool, dry, dark and in order. Always store kits according to the manufacturer’s instructions and don’t use kits that are broken or have expired. If you store things correctly – you can be sure that when it’s time to test, the results will be as accurate and reliable as possible. The right way to store and use your test kits is now easier than ever with Celesta Health.
