CHECKING THE SYSTEM WITH
CONTROL SOLUTIONS
Our control solutions contain a known amount of glucose that reacts with
test strips. By comparing the result of your control solution test with the
expected range printed on the test strip vial label, you can check that the
meter and the test strips are working together as a system and that you
are performing the test correctly. It is very important that you perform this
simple check routinely to make sure you get accurate results.
Do a control solution test when:
● you first received the meter,
● at least once a week for routinely check the meter and test strips,
● you begin using a new vial of test strips,
● you suspect the meter or test strips are not working properly,
● your blood glucose test results are not consistent with how you feel, or
if you think the results are not accurate,
● practicing the testing process, or
● you dropped or think you have damaged the meter.
How to Perform A Control Solution Test
Our control solutions contain a known amount of glucose that reacts
with test strips and is used to ensure that the meter and test strips are
working together correctly.
Test strips, control solutions, or sterile lancets may not be included in
the kit (please check the contents on your product box). They can be
purchased separately. Please make sure you have all items prior to
testing your blood glucose. Please contact the Customer Care Line at
1-866-469-2632 or the place of purchase for availability.
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