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Testing: Blood and Quality Control Solutions
Testing a Blood Sample
NOTE: The hands should be warm and relaxed. Obtain
blood sample from a nger.
1. Check that the expiration date of the test strips has not
elapsed.
2. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water then dry
thoroughly. Alternatively, use alcohol pads to clean area
3 times; dry thoroughly after each cleaning.
3. Grasp a test strip. Insert the gold end into
the meter.
4. Select a prole number; use the left or
right arrow buttons to nd the Prole
Number (P-0 to P-9).
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