Accu-Chek Performa User Manual

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Blood Glucose Tests
2
You may perform
a forearm or
upper arm test
• immediately before a meal.
• while fasting.
You may NOT
perform a
forearm or upper
arm test
• up to 2hours following a meal, when blood glucose values can rise quickly.
• after injecting bolus insulin, when blood glucose values can decrease rapidly.
• after exercise.
• if you are sick.
• if you think your blood glucose is low (hypoglycaemia).
• if you sometimes do not notice when your blood glucose is low.
If you are interested in AST, talk to your healthcare professional first.
To obtain an AST cap and detailed AST instructions, contact Roche.
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Accu-Chek Performa Specifications

General

Sample Size	0.6 µL
Test Time	5 seconds
Meter Dimensions	94 x 52 x 21 mm
Measurement Range	0.6-33.3 mmol/L
Memory Capacity	500 results
Battery Type	1 x CR2032 lithium coin cell
Automatic Power Off	90 seconds after last user action
Operating Humidity	10 to 90% RH
Storage Conditions	10% to 90% RH
Meter Weight	59 g (with battery)