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Possible test sites:
The iBGStar Blood Glucose Monitoring
System only requires a small droplet of
blood (0.5 μL), about the size of a
pinhead, to perform a glucose test.
For the best results, test glucose from
the tips of any finger. The palm (at the base of
the thumb) and forearm are alternative, but less
accurate, test sites. Only select soft and fleshy
areas to lance. Avoid lancing any bony areas,
obvious veins or moles.
Physiological differences in circulation between
the fingertip, palm (at the base of the thumb),
and forearm may result in differences in blood
glucose measurements between these sites.
Differences in glucose concentrations may be observed after
eating, taking insulin, or exercise. Changes in blood glucose
may be detected in the fingertips, before the palm (at the base
of the thumb) and forearm.
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It is recommended that you use a fingertip sample if:
[1] You are testing for hypoglycemia or if you suffer from
hypoglycemia unawareness.
[2] You are testing your blood glucose within 2 hours of
eating, taking insulin, medication, exercise.
[3] Your blood glucose results obtained from the palm (at the
base of the thumb) or forearm are not consistent with the way
you feel.
CAUTION: Please read all the instructions provided in this
owner's guide and practice the testing procedures before using
the iBGStar meter. Home blood glucose monitoring should be
done with the guidance of a health care professional.
CAUTION: To ensure accurate results, wash your hands and
the test site with warm, soapy water and dry before and
after every test. Unwashed hands and test sites may lead to
inaccurate results. Make sure there is no grease, oil or lotion
on the test site. Use lancets only once. Do not use any lancet
or lancing device that has been used by another person.
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