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How to Use the Rima GlucoLens Test: Step-by-Step Guide

The Rima GlucoLens test detects glucose in the urine through the colour of a reactive pad, which the app reads with your phone's camera. Running it takes just a few minutes and needs no special equipment. Follow these steps.

1. Prepare the test

Wash your hands and open the pack. Take out the strip holding only the handle, without touching the reactive pad at the tip, so you don't affect the result.

2. Run the test

Wet the pad with urine for a few seconds, then remove excess liquid. Place the strip on a clean, flat surface with the pad facing up.

3. Wait about 60 seconds

Let the colour develop for about a minute, following the time on the pack. Reading the result too early or too late can make it less reliable.

4. Read the result with the app

Open the Rima GlucoLens app, point the camera at the pad in a well-lit area and let the app analyse the colour. You'll get a clear result with an explanation of what it means and what to do.

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5. Interpret the result

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  • 🟨 Yellow — Negative: no significant glucose in the urine.
  • 🟩 Green — Positive: glucose detected. This is not a diagnosis: consult your doctor.

Tips and warnings

  • Store strips in the original pack, away from moisture and light.
  • Do not reuse a strip: each test is single-use.
  • Read in good lighting, avoiding shadows on the pad.
  • Rima GlucoLens is a screening tool, not a diagnosis. In pregnancy, if the result is positive, talk to your gynaecologist.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the test take? A few minutes in total: about 60 seconds for the colour to develop, plus the time to read it with the app.

Do I need to fast? No, the urine test does not require fasting; still, follow the pack instructions.

What if the result isn't clear? Repeat the test with a new strip in a well-lit area, and if in doubt, see your doctor.

Illustrations are schematic and for explanatory purposes.

References: World Health Organization (WHO); American Diabetes Association (ADA); MSD Manuals. This article is for information only and does not replace medical advice.

Last updated: July 2026