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temperatures, and humidity.
Control devices should be stored in their tightly capped canister to
keep them in working condition.
Do not freeze or refrigerate.
Keep the control devices clean. Do not touch the test area of the
device.
Remove the control device from its canister for immediate use. Put
the control device back and close the canister tightly immediately after
use. Do not use contaminated, discolored, or damaged control
devices.
Do not use after the expiration date.
For in vitro diagnostic use only.
Storage and Handling
Store test devices in a cool, dry place. Store away from heat and
direct sunlight.
Transport and store in its closed canister at a temperature between
2-30ºC (36-86ºF) with less than 90% humidity.
Do not freeze or refrigerate.
Replace the cap on the devices canister immediately after removing a
device. Expired devices may produce incorrect test results.
Note: The expiration date is printed in a Year-Month format.
For example, 2011-01 is January, 2011.
Control Solution
The Mission
®
Cholesterol Control Solution contains stabilizers, preservatives
and added chemicals. High-density lipoprotein (HDL) and triglyceride (TRIG)
are included in the same control solution. Total Cholesterol (CHOL) is an
individual control solution. To confirm that the test device and meter are
working together properly and that the test is being performed correctly, the
control solution is applied to the specimen well of a Mission
®
Cholesterol test
device that has been inserted in the meter. Refer to the Quality Control
section in the User’s Manual for more information.