Multistix 8SG Reagent Strips are commonly utilized by doctors as an indicator for detecting a broad range of conditions through a urine sample and the chart on the strip container that, in the case of 8SG (specific gravity), will test for glucose, ketones, pH, specific gravity, blood, protein, nitrite, and leukocyte.

Once a proper urine sample has been received, a Multistix 8SG Reagent Strip is inserted into the urine as instructions indicate and colored, impregnated pads on the strip may or may not change colors. When the strip is compared to the chart on the bottle of Reagent Strips, an analysis can made.