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Storage and Handling
Please review the following storage and handling instructions:
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Store the control solution at 36-86°F (2-30ºC).
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Do not refrigerate or freeze.
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If the control solution is cold, do not use until it has warmed to room
temperature.
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Use before the unopened expiration date that is shown on the bottle.
Note: The expiration date is printed in Year/Month format. 2013/01 means
January, 2013.
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Each bottle of control solution can be used for 6 months after you first open it.
Record the opened and the resulting expiration date on the bottle label.
Control Solution Precautions
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For
in vitr
o diagnostic use. The control solution is for testing only outside the
body. Do not swallow or inject.
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Shake well before using.
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Control solution tests are specified to be accurate only when tested between
50 and 104°F (10-40°C).
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The control ranges shown on the test strip vial (or on the foil pouch) are not
recommended ranges for your blood glucose level. Your personal blood
glucose target ranges should be determined by your doctor.
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Do not touch the test strip with the tip of the control solution bottle.
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Use only the same brand of control solution that was provided with your kit.
Please contact Customer Support at 1-800-838-9502 to obtain more control
solution materials. See the control solution package insert for more details.
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