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Testing a Blood Sample
Limitations and Considerations: Forearm and Palm Testing
Some patients test their blood glucose at sites other than the
nger because it is generally less painful.
NOTE: Results from the forearm may be dierent from ngertip
results when glucose levels are changing rapidly, e.g., after a meal,
after taking insulin, or during or after exercise. Only use nger or
palm testing during these times.
The Nova Max reduces the pain of blood glucose monitoring
signicantlybyrequiringonly0.3µLofbloodsample.
CAUTION: Always seek the advice of your doctor or healthcare
professional before choosing to use forearm and palm sites.
Bruising may occur with forearm and palm testing.