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A control solution test should be performed:
• Whenever you suspect the blood glucose test meter or blood glucose
test strip are not functioning properly.
• If your blood glucose test results are not consistent with your symptoms
or if you think they are not accurate.
• If you have dropped the blood glucose test meter.
• To teach someone or to learn how to use the meter properly.
1. With the meter OFF, firmly insert the
test strip into the test strip port with the
arrow pointed toward the meter and
visible from the front of the meter.
NOTE:
Do not insert the test strip
upside down.
2. When you insert the test strip into
meter port, the meter will automatically
turn ON and the test strip code will be
displayed.
3. Check the expiration date before
performing a control solution test.
Make a note of the expiration date on
the control solution bottle when first
opened. Do not use if expired. Discard 3
months after opening.
4. Gently shake the control solution
before use.
5. Discard the 1st drop of control
solution, this will eliminate any residue.
Place a drop of control solution on a
clean, dry surface (e.g. the lid of the test
strip vial)
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