Table of Contents Introduction ................i Section A System Components .......... Assure ® Prism multi Blood Glucose Meter ..............Meter Display Screen ........Assure ® Prism multi Blood Glucose Test Strips ............Assure Prism Control Solution ® ............... Meter Specifications Section B Meter Operation and Set-up ..................
We trust that this Quality Assurance/Quality Control manual will provide you with the needed support tools for your blood glucose monitoring program. If you have any questions after receiving the manual, please call ARKRAY’s Customer Service Department at 800.818.8877, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, USA and Canada.
SECTION System Components ASSURE PRISM MULTI BLOOD GLUCOSE METER Test Strip Port Insert test strip here Backlight Button Test Strip Ejector Turns the backlight on/off (15–second duration) Display Shows results, messages Button Selects or changes information, marks control solution test...
SECTION SECTION METER DISPLAY SCREEN Appears when test results stored in the Appears only when the sound memory are displayed is set to OFF Appears when the time alarm Appears when the test has been set result is saved as a control solution test Indicates a low battery Test result displaying panel...
SECTION ASSURE PRISM MULTI BLOOD GLUCOSE TEST STRIPS The Assure Prism multi Blood Glucose Monitoring System measures blood glucose quickly and accurately. It automatically absorbs the small blood sample applied to the narrow edge of the strip. Contact Bars Confirmation Window...
Assure® Prism Control Solutions Control 1 and 2 530006 08317-5300-06 Assure Prism Control Solution METER SPECIFICATIONS For additional information refer to the Assure Prism multi Blood Glucose Monitoring System User Manual. Product Specifications Test strips Assure Prism multi Blood Glucose Test Strips Measurement range 20–600 mg/dL...
SECTION Meter Operation and Set-up METER SET-UP You should check and update the meter settings such as time and date before using your meter or after changing the meter batteries. Press and hold the button for 3 seconds to enter the SET mode. Whenever you want to complete the settings and exit from the SET mode, press and hold the button for 3 seconds again.
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SECTION Step 8: Setting the Sound On/OFF On pressing or , the screen will display On or OFF. Press the button to confirm the selection. The meter will beep in the following instances if set to On: • When you press the button and/or button to turn on the meter or to set the alarm.
SECTION PERFORMING A BLOOD GLUCOSE TEST CAUTION Before performing a blood glucose test, observe the following safety precautions: • All components that come into contact with blood samples should be considered to be biohazards capable of transmitting viral diseases between patients and healthcare professionals.
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SECTION Applying the Blood Sample Step 3 Obtain a blood sample using a lancing device. Place the lancing device against the sampling site in the direction of the arrow. The best puncture sites are areas on the middle or ring fingers. Remove the device from the finger. Wait a few seconds for a blood drop to form. A minimum volume of 0.5 microliter is needed to fill the confirmation window.
SECTION PERFORMING A CONTROL SOLUTION TEST You should check your meter and test strips using Assure Prism Control Solutions (Control 1 and 2). Assure Prism Control Solutions contain known amounts of glucose and are used to check that the meter and the test strips are working properly.
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Assure Prism Control or pharmacy. If they do not stock it, Solutions only. They do not have any contact ARKRAY Customer Service at connection to blood glucose level. 800.818.8877, 24 hours a day, 7 days a...
SECTION Comparing the Control Solution Test Results The test result of each control solution test should be within the range printed on the label of the test strip vial or on the individually wrapped test strip box. Repeat the control solution test if the test result falls outside of this range.
SECTION METER MEMORY The Assure Prism multi Blood Glucose Meter can save up to 500 test results with time, date and temperature. If the memory is full, the oldest test result will be deleted and the latest test result will be stored.
SECTION INSERTING OR REPLACING THE BATTERIES The Assure Prism multi Blood Glucose Meter uses two 3.0 V lithium batteries. Before using the meter, check the battery compartment and insert batteries if empty. When the symbol appears on the display while the meter is in use, the batteries should be replaced as soon as possible.
A variety of the most commonly used EPA-registered wipes have been tested and approved for cleaning and disinfecting of the Assure Prism multi Blood Glucose Monitoring System. The disinfectant wipes listed below have been shown to be safe for use with this meter.
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® Prism Multi Blood Glucose Meter • For multiple patients / professional use. • Use with Assure Prism Multi Blood Glucose Test Strip. • For testing outside of the body (in vitro diagnostic use only). • Model: GM505RA 3V, 11 mA (CR2032 X 2)
800.818.8877, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, USA and Canada only. If outside of the USA or Canada, contact your local ARKRAY distributor. Contact your healthcare professional if you cannot reach Customer Service. Do not send your meter to ARKRAY or your local dealer without first calling to get approval to do so.
SECTION HiF: The temperature during the test was above the operating range. Move to an area where the temperature is within the operating range (50–104˚F/10–40˚C) and repeat the test after the meter and test strips have reached a temperature within the operating range. LoF: The temperature during the test was below the operating range. Move to an area where the temperature is within the operating range (50–104˚F/10–40˚C) and repeat the test after the meter and test strips have reached a temperature within the operating range.
• Not subject to routine survey. • Conducted only when authorized by the RO. ARKRAY provides this checklist as a guideline only. These guidelines are subject to change by the regulating body at any time. Utilize this checklist in accordance with your facility’s policy.
ACCURACY AND PRECISION STUDIES Performance Characteristics The performance of the Assure Prism multi Blood Glucose Monitoring System has been evaluated in laboratory and clinical tests. SECTION ACCURACY: The Assure Prism multi Blood Glucose Monitoring System is calibrated to yield results equivalent to plasma glucose concentrations. The accuracy of the Assure...
ALTERNATIVE SITE TESTING EVALUATION Comparison of results using various alternative site testing with the results of YSI measurements. SECTION Alternative site test results for glucose concentration < 75 mg/dL Within ± 5 mg/dL Within ± 10 mg/dL Within ± 15 mg/dL Fingertip 2/2 (100%) 2/2 (100%)
Any claim must be made within the warranty period. The ARKRAY USA, Inc. company will, at its discretion, repair or replace a defective meter or meter part that is covered by this warranty. As a matter of warranty policy, ARKRAY USA, Inc.
Name of facility: IN-SERVICE TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION ASSURE ® PRISM MULTI BLOOD GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEM Certified Instructor: Before signing checklist, the trainee must meet objectives listed below. 1. Familiarization with components of the Assure® Prism multi Blood Glucose Monitoring System: Meter Test Strips Control Solutions Features (strip release Lot Number Expiration Date...
Name of facility: COMPETENCY CHECKLIST ASSURE ® PRISM MULTI BLOOD GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEM Certified Operator Date Certified Trainer The Certified Trainer should observe the Operator performing the following tasks: SECTION 1. Follow facility protocol for quality control testing. 2. Change battery. 3. Select and prepare the fingerstick site correctly. 4. Use lancet/lancing device correctly.* 5. Dispose of lancet correctly. 6.
10 2. The Assure® Prism multi Blood Glucose Test Strips a. May be reused. b. Can be used with other meters besides the Assure Prism multi Blood Glucose Monitoring System. c Are sensitive to light, moisture and humidity. d. H as a confirmation window used to determine if a sufficient amount of blood sample has been applied.
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Should not be used if strips have been exposed to extremes in temperature, light, or humidity. 6. When applying blood to the Assure Prism multi Blood Glucose Test Strips a. Smear the blood sample. b. Apply it to the narrow end of the test strip until the meter beeps.
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SELF-TEST ASSURE PRISM MULTI BLOOD GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEM ® Answer Key 1. c 6. b, c 2. c, d 7. a 3. b, c 8. True 4. b, c, d 9. a, b, c, d 5. b, c, d 10. False SECTION...
Blood Glucose Monitoring System. Certified Trainer Name Date Healthcare Professional’s Name Unit/Station Certified Trainer Initials SECTION To be used during the initial training on the Assure Prism multi Blood Glucose Monitoring System by an ARKRAY Representative or Certified Trainer within the facility. To be kept on file in the Nursing Unit and updated by Certified Trainer. Minneapolis, MN 55439 USA TEL 800.818.8877 FAX 952.646.3110 www.arkrayusa.com...
Date Healthcare Professional’s Name Title Recertification Date SECTION To be used during the initial training on the Assure Prism multi Blood Glucose Monitoring System by an ARKRAY Representative within the facility. To be kept on file in the Nursing Unit and updated by Certified Trainer. Minneapolis, MN 55439 USA TEL 800.818.8877 FAX 952.646.3110...
Quality Assurance/Quality Control Recording Forms Name of facility: METER TRACKING RECORD ASSURE ® PRISM MULTI BLOOD GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEM Active Replacement Date Station/Cart Meter Serial # Meter Serial # SECTION Minneapolis, MN 55439 USA TEL 800.818.8877 FAX 952.646.3110 www.arkrayusa.com...
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