Forearm Blood Sampling - OneTouch Ultra Owner's Booklet

forearm Blood Sampling

The forearm has fewer nerve endings than the fingertip so you may
find that obtaining a blood sample from the forearm may be much
less painful than using the fingertip. The technique for forearm
sampling is different from fingertip sampling. Also there are
differences between forearm samples and fingertip samples that
you should understand. Please read the important information on
page 27 carefully.
Step 1
Install the Clear Cap.
To aid in obtaining a blood sample from
the forearm, replace the Lancing Device
Cap on the lancing device with the Clear
Cap. If necessary, set the lancing device for
a deeper puncture.
Step 2
Choose the Puncture Site.
Select a soft, fleshy area on your forearm
that is clean and dry, away from bone, and
free of visible veins and hair.
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