Accu-Chek Inform II Guide

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In-service plan for blood glucose testing
6. From the Main Menu, touch Control Testing.
7. Barcode scan or manually select the level of control that you wish to test according to
facility policy.
8. Verify the test strip code by one of the following means according to facility policy:
• Only view (and visually conrm) the required test strip lot number
• Scan the barcode label on the test strip vial
• Verify the current test strip lot number by touching
9. An image of the test strip ashing on the touchscreen will prompt the user to insert a test
strip and begin testing.
10. Gently insert the test strip into the test strip port with “ACCU-CHEK” facing up. (Insert the
end with the gold bars.)
NOTE: Insert test strip BEFORE dosing.
11. Touch and hold control solution to the front edge of the yellow target area on the test strip.
12. The sample is drawn into the test strip by a capillary action.
13. When enough sample is applied, the meter beeps and a hourglass will appear while the
test is running. When the test is completed and the result is ready the meter will beep
again.
14. Touch to enter a comment as required by facility policy. Up to three comments may
be entered.
15. Touch to record the test and return to the Main Menu screen in order to run the next
test.
16. Remove the used test strip and disposable gloves and discard them according to your
facility’s infection control policy.
17. Document the quality control result according to facility policy.
18. Place the meter into its base unit to upload the result into the data management system
and re-charge the meter. If using a wireless meter, the results will transfer after being
recorded. Then place the meter into the base unit for charging.
IX. Interpreting Quality Control Results
1. Results are displayed on the screen as a numerical value or “Pass/Fail” according to
facility policy. Any result that shows an “out of range” message or “Fail” is an indication that
the system may not be performing correctly for patient testing.
2. Review facility policy for follow-up to unacceptable quality control test results.
3. Patient testing may not be performed if quality control testing results are not within
acceptable limits and the meter will not display the patient testing option if scheduled
quality control results exceed acceptable limits.

Accu-Chek Inform II Specifications

General

Sample Size	0.6 µL
Test Time	5 seconds
Memory Capacity	1000 test results
Display	LCD
Measurement Range	10 to 600 mg/dL
Connectivity	Infrared
Sample Type	Capillary whole blood
Operating Temperature	16 to 32°C (61 to 90°F)
Relative Humidity	10 to 90% non-condensing