“Hello, Solus is ready” (see Figure 3-7).
5. Retrieve the loaded lancing device or single-use lancet (see Figure 3-8).
6. Apply blood to the front edge of the test strip after you hear: “Apply blood now” (see
Figure 3-9). You will also see a flashing blood drop on the LCD screen of your meter. If
enough blood is obtained you will hear: “Testing in process.”
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Important Information on Alternate Site Testing (AST)
What is AST?
AST is the sampling from sites on your body other than the fingertip (i.e., forearm, upper arm,
thigh, calf, palm) to check blood glucose levels. This system allows you to test on the forearm
with results equivalent to those of fingertip testing.
There are important limitations to AST. Please consult your healthcare professional before
you use AST.
What is the advantage?
Patients typically feel more pain when lancing their finger pads because they have
substantially more nerve endings than other testing sites. It is reported that other testing
sites cause less pain; however, there are other limitations. Please speak to your healthcare
provider before using this method.
Use Alternate Site Testing (AST) ONLY if:
1. It is more than two (2) hours after the administration of insulin.
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