After you get your blood glucose result, you can add Notes by touching
the
symbol. If you do not want to add a Note, press the Home Button
to go to the Home Screen or hold the Home Button to turn the Reader o.
Blood Ketone Testing
You can use the built-in meter to check your blood ketone
(β-hydroxybutyrate). It is important to consider doing this when:
• You are sick
• Your glucose is higher than 13.3 mmol/L
• You and your health care professional decide you should
Note: Be sure to read the test strip instructions for use prior to
performing a ketone test.
Step
Action
1
Wash your hands with warm soapy water for
accurate results. Thoroughly dry your hands.
To warm the site, apply a warm dry pad or rub
vigorously for a few seconds.
Note: Use only ngertip samples for blood
ketone testing.
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