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Testing with Control Solution
Why Perform Control Tests
Performing a control test lets you know that your meter and test strips are working
properly to give reliable test results. You should perform a control test when:
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At least once a week
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You open a new box of test strip
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You want to check the meter and test strips
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Your test strips were stored in extreme temperature or humidity
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After cleaning your meter
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You dropped the meter
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Your pet’s test result does not match with how you feel
About the Control Solutions
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Only use
Accu-Tell
Control Solutions (Low, Normal or High) to practice on
the system.
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The control solution results are not included in the average value
calculation.
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All expiration dates are printed in Year-Month format. 2017-01 indicates
January, 2017.
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Do not use control solution that is past the expiry date or discard date (the
control solution will expire 6 months after the bottle is opened for the first
time).
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Shake the bottle well before use.
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Close the bottle tightly after use.
Performing a Control Test
1.
Press
to turn on the meter. A symbol of a test strip appears letting you
know the meter is ready to test.
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