URIT 12 - Common Operational Issues (Strip, Sample, Holder)

Removing the
strip with sa-
mple before t-
esting
Do not remove test strip
till finishing the test.
Turn off and on again.
Repeat test with new
test strip.
Insufficient
Sample
Volume
Remove the test strip
and shut off. Turn on
and repeat test with new
strip. Confirm the blood
is sufficient.
Strip is
damaged
Remove the test strip
and shut off. Turn on
and repeat test with new
strip. Confirm there are
not tears, wrinkles or
debris.
Incorrect
blood sample
Do not use other blood
sample, such as plasma.
Repeat test with the
correct blood sample:
fresh or EDTA-anticoa-
gulated whole blood.