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Obtaining a blood sample from alternate sites is different than
getting a sample from fingertips.
After inserting a new sterile lancet into the
bottom of lancet carrier, put the clear AST
cap to the lancing device.
Place the lancing device on the skin at the
chosen site, press and hold the lancing
device continuously for a few seconds, then
push the release button to take a sample.
Watch through the clear cap until a sufficient
blood sample is taken. If there is not enough
blood, gently massage the area until a
sufficient sample has been collected.
About Alternate Site Testing
Caution: Do not test on alternate sites:
When you think your blood glucose level is changing
rapidly, such as within two hours of exercise, a rapid-
acting insulin injection or insulin pump bolus or within
two hours after a meal.
If you are testing for hypoglycemia (low blood glucose)
or if you suffer from hypoglycemia unawareness.
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