On Call ® Extra Glucose Control Solution - On Call Extra User Manual

Special Instructions for Test Strip in the Foil Pouch
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Tear the pouch carefully starting from the tear gap. Avoid damaging or bending
the test strip.
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Use test strip immediately after removing it from the pouch.
Test Strip Precautions
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For in vitro diagnostic use. Test strips are to be used only outside the body for
testing purposes.
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Do not use test strips that are torn, bent, or damaged in any way. Do not reuse
test strips.
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Keep the test strip vial or the foil pouch away from children and animals.
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Consult your physician or healthcare professional before making any changes
in your treatment plan based on your blood glucose test results.
See the test strip insert for more details.
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On Call Extra Glucose Control Solution
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The On Call Extra Glucose Control Solution contains a known concentration of
glucose. It is used to confirm that your On Call
test strips are working together properly. It also confirms that you are performing
the test correctly. It is important to run a quality control test regularly to make sure
you are getting correct results.
You should run a quality control test:
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Before you first use your meter, to familiarize yourself with its operation.
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Before using a new box of test strips.
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When you suspect that the meter or test strips are not working
properly.
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When you suspect that your test results are inaccurate, or if they
are inconsistent with how you feel.
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When you suspect your meter is damaged.
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After cleaning your meter.
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At least once a week.
Refer to Quality Control Test on page 17 for instructions on running a quality
control test.
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Extra Blood Glucose Meter and
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