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Steps
Do This
Compare Solution
4.
Range.
Compare your control solution test result to the appropriate range printed on
a.
your test strip vial label.
Check that your control solution results are within the appropriate range
b.
printed on your test strip vial.
Note:
Out of range test results may be caused by:
Expired or bad control solution.
•
Expired or bad test strip.
•
Error in performing test, such as applying blood sample incorrectly, or using
•
control solution that has expired.
Watered-down control solution.
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Device malfunctions.
•
Control solution test done outside 59º to 104º F (15º to 40º C).
•
Remove the test strip.
c.
Remove and discard
5.
the test strip.
Discard all used test strips as they are for single use only.
Follow local regulations on safe disposal of used test strips.
Check your work.
6.
You have obtained control solution results that fall within the appropriate range,
as printed on your test strip vial.
5.2 Check Your Blood Glucose
Purpose
To obtain an accurate blood glucose reading using the integrated FreeStyle Lite Blood
Glucose Meter on your Aviator Companion.
When
Do this procedure:
Whenever you need to check your blood glucose manually using the integrated
•
FreeStyle Lite Blood Glucose Meter on your companion.
Materials
Soap, water, and a clean towel
•
FreeStyle Lite Test Strips
•
A lancing device (
•
FreeStyle Lancing Device or another brand)
Sterile lancets
•
A Sharps container
•
Your companion
•
Helpful Information
How the integrated FreeStyle Lite Blood Glucose Meter should be used:
The integrated
•
FreeStyle Lite Blood Glucose Meter is intended for use outside the body (in other words,
in
vitro
diagnostic use only).
The integrated
•
FreeStyle Lite Blood Glucose Meter is used for measuring blood glucose (also known as blood
sugar) from samples taken from the fore arm, upper arm, hand, thigh, calf, or fingers.
USE the integrated FreeStyle Lite Blood Glucose Meter for:
Testing blood glucose.
•
Testing only with fresh capillary whole blood samples (in vitro).
•
Do NOT use the integrated FreeStyle Lite Blood Glucose Meter for:
The diagnosis of diabetes.
•
Testing of newborns.
•
Testing of arterial blood.
•
WARNING
:
The
•
FreeStyle Lite
test strips and lancets are small parts that may be dangerous if swallowed.
Peritoneal dialysis solutions containing icodextrin or compounds of Galactose ≥ 13 mg/dL (≥ 0.7 mmol/L),
•
Maltose ≥ 20 mg/dL (≥0.6 mmol/L) or Lactose ≥ 10 mg/dL (≥ 0.3 mmol/L) cause the integrated
FreeStyle Lite Blood
Glucose Meter
to overestimate blood glucose test results. If you are receiving such treatment, do
NOT
use the
integrated
FreeStyle Lite Blood Glucose Meter
and discuss this issue with your healthcare professional to ensure
proper alternative treatment.
Section 5: Testing Your Blood Glucose
5.2 Check Your Blood Glucose
Section 5: Testing Your Blood Glucose
5.2 Check Your Blood Glucose
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