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Close the cartridge tightly right after you remove a test strip. This helps keep
the test strips dry.
Be sure to check the “Use by” date on the test strip cartridge. Do not use the
test strips after that date.
Be sure to write down the date the strips were first opened. Check the date
when using the strips. If the date surpasses the
shelf life after first opening,
do
not use the strips from this cartridge.
Use the test strip immediately after removing it from the cartridge.
Use the test strips as indicated in this guide.
Do not store your test strips in temperatures below 2°C (36°F) or above 32°C
(90°F), and below 10% or above 90% of relative humidity.
Do not refrigerate your test strip cartridge while it is open. Do not put them in
a freezer.
Do not expose your test strips to direct sunlight, moisture or humidity, which
can damage your test strips and lead to inaccurate results.
Do not apply blood or control solution to the test strip before inserting it into
the glucose meter.
Do not reuse test strips. Once control solution or blood is placed on a test strip,
discard the strip. If you need to retest, use a new test strip.
Do not bend, cut, or alter the test strips.
Do not get dirt, food, or other material on the test strip.
It is recommended to use the test strip immediately after removing it from the
cartridge. It is recommended not to use a test strip that has been outside of
the
cartridge for more than three (3) minutes.
Do not touch the yellow testing site when handling the test strip.
Do not use a damaged test strip.
Make sure that the gold contact area of the test strip is clean from dirt, blood,
moisture and anything else. These items will affect the test result and can cause
an inaccurate blood glucose level result.
FACTORS THAT INTERFERE WITH BLOOD GLUCOSE TESTING
Certain substances can interfere with the blood glucose system and cause
falsely high results. For more information, refer to the test strip package
insert.
If you are taking medication or dietary supplements, consult your
healthcare professional.