Chapter 2: Control Testing; Why Run Control Tests; About The Control Solution - Roche Accu-Chek Complete Owner's Booklet

Chapter 2: Control Testing

Why Run Control Tests

Control tests ensure that both the meter and the test strips are working properly and giving reliable results.
You should run a control test when:
• The meter is new
• You open a new box of test strips
• You leave the cap off of the test strip vial
• You want to check the performance of the meter
and test strips

About the Control Solution

• Make sure you use the control solution that
matches your test strips (for example, ACCU-CHEK
Comfort Curve control solution (blue liquid) with
ACCU-CHEK Comfort Curve test strips).
• When you first open the bottle, write the date on
the label – the control solution is good for three
months from that date or until the expiration date
on the bottle, whichever comes first.
Chapter 2: Control Testing
• You drop the meter
• Your test results don't agree with the way you feel
• You want to make sure you're performing tests
correctly
• Never use control solution that has expired.
• Control solution can stain clothes. If you spill it,
wash your clothes with soap and water.
• Always close the control solution bottle tightly.
• Store at room temperature. See your test strip
package insert for more information.
Do not freeze.
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