Mission® Ultra Portable Total Cholesterol Meter

The Mission® Ultra portable total cholesterol meter measures total cholesterol (CHOL) using a 4 μL capillary whole blood sample. With results in 15–70 seconds, a large display and storage for 200 dated results, this handheld cholesterol monitoring system offers a compact format for reviewing total cholesterol measurements.

Key Features of the Mission® Ultra Cholesterol Meter

• Small sample volume: requires 4 μL of capillary whole blood.
• Fast testing: results in 15–70 seconds, with results available in as little as 15 seconds.
• Direct sampling: no transfer tube required.
• Easy-to-read display: large screen in a compact, ergonomic handheld design.
• Result memory: stores 200 results with date and time.
• Strip ejector: supports removal of used test strips.
• Flexible power: operates with three AAA batteries or an AC adapter.

Total Cholesterol Testing Specifications

• Analyzer type: handheld meter
• Methodology: biosensor
• Analyte: total cholesterol (CHOL)
• Time to results: 15–70 seconds
• Memory: 200 results with date and time
• Hematocrit (HCT) range: 30–60%
• Sample volume: 4 μL
• Sample type: capillary whole blood
• Measurement range: 100–450 mg/dL (2.6–11.7 mmol/L)
• PC interface: Mini-USB
• Operating temperature: 15–40°C (59–104°F)
• Meter storage: 2–45°C (35.6–122°F), 20–90% relative humidity
• Test strip storage: 2–30°C (36–86°F)
• Test strip shelf life: 24 months
• Power source: three AAA batteries or AC adapter
• Battery life: more than 1,000 tests

Meter Dimensions and Starter Kit Contents

Meter dimensions: 55 × 106 × 20 mm (2.2 × 4.2 × 0.8 inches). Display dimensions: 32.5 × 34.8 mm (1.3 × 1.4 inches). Weight excluding batteries: 65 g (2.3 oz).

The listed starter kit contains:

• 1 meter
• 1 manual
• 1 lancing device insert
• 5 individually pouched test strips
• 1 carrying case
• 3 batteries
• 5 lancets (26G/1.3 mm)
• 1 code chip
• 1 quick reference guide (QRG)
• 1 warranty card
• 1 lancing device
• 1 strip insert

An AC adapter is supported by the meter but is not listed among the starter kit contents.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How can bulk buyers position Mission® Ultra alongside their existing multi-parameter lipid analyzers?

Mission® Ultra is designed specifically for total cholesterol (CHOL) measurement, with a measurement range of 100–450 mg/dL (2.6–11.7 mmol/L). It does not measure HDL, LDL, or triglycerides. Bulk buyers can position it as a dedicated total cholesterol meter, separate from multi-parameter lipid analyzers in their product catalogs and sales offerings. This allows them to serve institutional buyers with different testing requirements without presenting the two product categories as interchangeable.

2. How should the 15-second result claim be presented on bulk packaging and bulk buyer technical materials?

Mission® Ultra has a specified testing time of 15–70 seconds, with results available in as little as 15 seconds. For brands preparing product packaging, brochures, and bulk buyer materials, "Results in as little as 15 seconds" is an appropriate way to highlight its rapid testing capability. Complete technical specifications should retain the 15–70-second range to ensure consistent and accurate product information across sales channels.

3. Does the 4 μL direct-sampling design require separate blood transfer tubes in bulk supply packages?

No additional blood transfer tubes are required for the specified direct-sampling procedure. Mission® Ultra uses only 4 μL of capillary whole blood and includes a test strip ejector. For brands preparing complete portable cholesterol testing kits, the supply configuration can focus on the meter, compatible test strips, and blood collection accessories without adding separate blood transfer tubes as essential consumables. The specified hematocrit (HCT) range is 30–60%.

4. How many cholesterol test strips are included in the standard kit, and how should bulk buyers separate starter kits from ongoing consumable sales?

Each Mission® Ultra standard kit includes five individually pouched cholesterol test strips, five lancets, a lancing device, and a code chip, along with a carrying case, batteries, and other accessories. These quantities represent the initial kit configuration rather than long-term consumable requirements. Bulk buyers can therefore plan complete meter kit orders and replacement strip supplies separately, supporting both initial equipment sales and recurring consumable replenishment.

5. Can cholesterol test strips and meters share the same storage conditions when shipping to hot-climate markets?

Not entirely. Mission® Ultra meters have a specified storage temperature of 2–45°C, while the compatible test strips require storage at 2–30°C and have a listed shelf life of 24 months. For importers and bulk buyers supplying tropical or high-temperature markets, shipping and warehousing arrangements should follow the stricter temperature requirements of the test strips rather than those of the meter. This helps maintain consistent consumable storage conditions throughout distribution.

6. Do bulk buyers need to purchase different meter models for battery-powered and AC-powered supply packages?

No. Mission® Ultra supports operation using three AAA batteries or an AC power adapter, with a specified battery capacity of more than 1,000 tests. Batteries are included in the standard package, while the AC adapter is not. Bulk buyers can therefore create standard battery-powered kits and separate configurations that include a compatible AC adapter without sourcing two different meter models. This allows more flexible package configurations for institutional purchasing contracts.