Discarding Used Lancets; Alternative Site Testing - Spirit CareSens N Owner's Booklet

Discarding Used Lancets

Step 1
Unscrew lancing device tip.
Step 2
Place protective cover on
lancet.
Pull out the sliding barrel
and simultaneously
push the lancet ejector
forward with the thumb to
dispose of the used lancet
in a proper biohazard
container.
• Caution :
The lancet is for single use only. Never
share or reuse a lancet. Always dispose of
lancets properly.
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Alternative Site Testing

What is AST(Alternative Site Testing)?
Usually when someone tests their glucose, they
take the blood sample from the tip of the finger.
However, since there are many nerve endings
distributed there, it is quite painful. When doing
a glucose test, using different parts of the body
such as the forearms, palms, thighs, and calves
can reduce the pain during testing. This method
of testing with different parts of the body is called
Alternative Site Testing. While AST may reduce
the pain during testing, it may not be simple for
everyone and the following precautions should be
observed during testing.
Alternative Sites for Testing
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