Discarding Used Lancets; Alternative Site Testing - i-SENS CareSens N User Manual

Discarding Used Lancets

Step 1
Unscrew the lancing device tip.
Step 2
Place the protective cover on the lancet.
Push the lancet ejector forward with
the thumb and simultaneously pull out
the sliding barrel to dispose of the used
lancet in a proper biohazard container.
Caution:
• Check for damages before using the lancet. If they have
been damaged, please discard it and use other lancet.
• The lancet is very sharp. Please keep away from children.
• Keep the lancets in a cool and dry place.
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)?
When someone tests their glucose, they usually take the blood
sample from the tip of the finger. However, since there are many
nerve endings in the fingertip, it can be 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
Alternative Site Blood Sampling
(forearm, palm, thigh, calf)
Select a clean, soft and fleshy sample site area free of visible
veins and hair and away from bones. Gently massage the
sample site to help blood circulation to minimize result
differences between fingertip and alternative site sampling.
Firmly press and hold the lancing device against site. Wait
until the skin surface under the lancing device changes color.
Then press the release button while continuing to apply
pressure. Keep holding the lancing device against your skin
until sufficient (at least 0.5 μL) blood is drawn. Carefully lift the
lancing device away from your skin.
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