Abbott FreeStyle Precision Pro - How to Obtain an Arterial Blood Sample (For Glucose Testing); How to Obtain a Neonatal Capillary Blood Heel Stick Sample (For Glucose Testing)

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Questions? Refer to Page 11-22 For Technical Support Instructions.
How to Obtain an Arterial Blood Sample (For Glucose Testing):
• Use a new pair of clean gloves for each patient.
• Use only fresh whole blood samples.
• Clear the arterial line before drawing a blood sample into a heparinised syringe.
• Use the sample within 30 minutes of collection.
• Mix the blood specimen well immediately before applying the sample to the target area of the test
strip.
• Allow a drop of blood to form at the tip of the syringe.
• Apply a drop of blood to the target area at the end of the test strip.
How to Obtain a Neonatal Capillary Blood Heel Stick Sample (For Glucose Testing):
• Use a new pair of clean gloves for each patient.
• Use only fresh whole blood samples.
• Collect the capillary blood using an auto-disabling, single use lancing device and an appropriate
technique.
• Apply a drop of blood to the target area at the end of the test strip.
Chapter 3: Patient Test