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How to Test Your Blood Glucose Level
[10] Discard the used test strip and lancet properly
Follow your healthcare provider’s instructions for disposal.
WARNING: The lancing device and lancets should only be
used by one person. Never share lancing devices or lancets.
Used test strips, lancets, and lancing devices may be
considered biohazardous or medical waste in your city or
town. Follow your healthcare provider’s instructions for
disposal. You should wash your hands thoroughly with
soap and water after handling the meter, lancet, lancing
device, and test strips.