pH Litmus Paper Test Urine Saliva 5.5 – 8.0 (067)

Hydrion Urine & Saliva pH Litmus Paper Test Strip Roll

Hydrion pH Litmus Paper Test Strip Roll offers a pH measuring range from 5.5 to 8.0 in 0.2 pH increments.

These strips accurately measure the acidity or alkalinity of both saliva or urine to monitor bodily pH levels.

Each roll is 6mm wide and 4.5 meters long, providing around 100 tests.

This reading in turn can be used to adjust your diet to bring everything back into balance.

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Test urine & saliva pH at home

• Hydrion pH Litmus Paper Test Strip Roll measures pH from 5.5 to 8.0, suitable for testing saliva and urine.
• Each roll allows about 100 tests with clear and accurate colour changes for quick pH readings.
• The test strips provide 0.2 pH unit intervals for more precise results.
• The product is easy to use and offers immediate readings, meeting laboratory quality standards.
• Colour chart included for easy match between test strip and pH value.
• Accurate and reproducible readings.
• Fast results.
• Simple, single colour match across the range.

Physical Specifications

• Roll length: 4.5 meters (15 feet).
• Strip width: 6 mm (1/4 inch).
• Approximate tests per roll: 100.

How to use pH Litmus Paper for Testing Urine & Saliva

• Tear off about 50mm (2 inches) of litmus paper and dip the litmus paper into the test solution.
• Instantly compare the resulting colour with the matching pH colour chart.

Testing your urine:

• Collect a fresh urine sample in a clean, dry container. First morning urine is often recommended.
• Or midstream*, quickly wet the pH plastic strip with your urine flow.
• Dip the litmus paper into the urine sample for 1 second, or midstream making sure the pad is fully wet.
• Immediately compare the colour of the plastic strip to the pH colour chart.
• Record your pH result and time of day for your own tracking or to share with a health professional.

Ideally, the pH of urine upon waking should be around 6.0 – 6.8 and move towards an alkaline state pH7 and above after eating.

* Midstream means to start your urination and when you feel you’re half finished, that’s when you dip your paper into the urine flow or when you collect a small sample for measuring.

Testing your saliva:

• Do not eat, drink or smoke for at least 15–30 minutes before testing.
• First swallow whatever saliva is in your mouth.
• Draw-up fresh saliva and then swallow.
• Repeat.
• Remove one strip from the vial and close the cap straight away.
• When you draw up saliva for the third time, spit this saliva onto a spoon, spit a small amount of saliva into a clean spoon or cup.
• Dip the litmus paper into the saliva sample for 1 second.
• Immediately compare the colour of the plastic strip to the pH colour chart.
• Record your pH result and time of day for your own tracking or to share with a health professional.

The same process applies if measuring throughout the day.

The pH of saliva upon waking should be around 6.4 – 6.8 and move towards an alkaline state pH7 and above after eating.

Who This Hydrion pH Litmus Paper Is Ideal For

The Hydrion pH litmus paper is suitable for:

• Home users wanting to monitor general acid-alkaline balance using urine or saliva.
• Naturopaths and wellness practitioners who track client pH as part of broader health programs.
• Gyms, fitness and wellness centres offering simple wellness checks to members.
• Workplace wellness programs where employees monitor hydration and general wellness.
• Educational settings such as schools, TAFEs and universities for basic pH demonstrations.
• Clinics and allied health professionals who require a quick, convenient pH check (alongside other clinical assessments).

These strips are for screening and monitoring only and are not a stand-alone diagnostic test. Always follow the advice of a qualified health professional.

Storage & Shelf-Life

• Store litmus paper in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Keep enclosed in plastic container at all times to protect the strips from humidity.
• Use before the expiry date printed on the vial for best accuracy.

Safety & Limitations

• For external use only. Do not ingest the paper.
• Designed specifically for urine and saliva testing with single colour match at every .2 to .3 intervals.
• This litmus paper provides an indication of pH and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
• Results can be affected by diet, medications, supplements and hydration levels.
• Always consult a healthcare professional for any concerns or ongoing symptoms.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Approximately how many tests per roll is there?

There is approximately 100 tests per roll depending on the length of paper you tear off each time.

For instance, if you used a strip of paper at 25mm or 1 inch, you’ll get close to 180 tests!

Can I use my pH Litmus Test Paper to measure the pH of water?

No. The reagent used in the pH Litmus Paper is designed for buffered solutions only.

What is a buffered solution?

A buffered solution is a solution with adequate dissolved solids to resist pH changes.

For example, urine and saliva are considered buffered in their natural state. However, rain water, tap water etc. are considered to be dilute, weakly buffered solutions.

For testing weakly buffered solutions, we recommend our water pH testing kits.

What do the results indicate?

• If you have high pH levels – you have low acid levels.
• If you have low pH levels – you have high acid levels.

This reading in turn can be used to adjust your diet and mineral intake so as to bring cellular terrain back into balance.

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