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whilst it is firmly placed against the finger to activate the device (see fig 2 on page
13). The needle will then retract for safety (single use only). Please dispose of safely.
Allow a large drop of blood to hang from your finger by gently squeezing it. Wipe the
first drop of blood away using a clean, dry tissue and squeeze a second large drop
(around the size of a peppercorn - see fig 3 on page 13).
Place the large hanging drop of blood on the semi circular well on the left hand side
of the strip (see fig 4 on page 13). Do not remove the test strip from the monitor to
apply the blood.
You must ensure that you hold the large drop of blood to the strip for at least 3-5
seconds on the reaction area. Do not smear the blood on the test strip or touch
the reaction area with your finger. If the amount of blood is sufficient, the unit will
beep and the count down will begin. Do not apply a second drop of blood after the
monitor starts to count down as this may alter your result.
The cholesterol result will be shown in 30 seconds (see page 14 for how to read your
results). If not enough blood has been applied the count down won’t begin and you
will have to start the testing procedure again using a new test strip.
Once you remove the test strip the unit will automatically turn off.
Using your Cholesterol Monitor
