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Adjustments:
1 and 2 for delicate skin
3 and 4 for normal skin
5 and 6 for calloused or thick skin
Note:
Increased pressure of the lancing device against
the finger will also increase the puncture depth.
5. Pull the cocking barrel back to set the lancing device.
You may hear a click. The device is now loaded and
ready for obtaining a drop of blood.
6. Prior to testing, wipe your hand with an alcohol swab or
wash your hands with soap. Use warm water to increase
blood flow in your fingers if necessary. Then dry your
hands thoroughly. Massage your hand from the wrist up
to the fingertip a few times to stimulate blood flow.
7. Hold the lancing device against the side of the finger to
be lanced with the cover resting on the finger. Push the
release button to prick your fingertip. You should hear a
click as the lancing device activates. Gently massage
your finger from the base to the tip of the finger to obtain
the required blood volume. Avoid smearing the drop of
blood.
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