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Obtaining a Blood Sample (cont.)
Refer to lancing device Instructions for Use for detailed
instructions.
• Never share lancets or lancing device. Lancets are for
single use only. Do not re-use.
• Do not use venous blood for testing.
• To help prevent false high results, wash hands before
using the system to test blood, especially after fruit has
been handled.
From Fingertip
1. Prepare fingertip by washing hands in warm, soapy
water. Rinse well. Dry thoroughly.
2. Place end of lancing device equipped
with a lancet against tip of finger.
Lance fingertip.
3. Set lancing device aside. To help blood drop form,
lower hand to waist level, gently massaging finger
from palm to fingertip. Allow blood drop to form
before attempting to apply to the test strip. Apply
sample to test strip Sample Tip.
4. Recap and remove used lancet from lancing device.
The used lancet may be biohazardous. Please discard
it carefully according to your healthcare provider's
instructions.
