Blood Glucose Testing
You can use the built-in meter to check your blood glucose, whether you
are wearing a Sensor or not. Be sure to read the test strip instructions for
use prior to using the built-in meter.
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: Do not use lotion or cream on the test
site. Avoid moles, veins, bones, and tendons.
Bruising may occur at the test site. If you get a
bruise, consider selecting another site.
CAUTION: Test on your ngers in accordance
with the Intended Use in this section.
Step Action
2
Check the test strip expiration date. Do not use expired test
strips as they may give inaccurate results.
3
Open the foil test strip packet at the notch and
tear down to remove the test strip. Use the test
strip immediately after removing from the foil
packet.
4
Insert the test strip with the three black lines at
the end facing up. Push the strip in until it stops.
Note: The Reader’s built-in meter turns o after
2 minutes of inactivity. Remove and reinsert the
unused test strip to restart the built-in meter.
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