Abbott FreeStyle Libre 2 User Manual page 10

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Clean hands prior to Sensor handling/insertion to help prevent
infection.
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Change the application site for the next Sensor application to prevent
discomfort or skin irritation.
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Only apply the Sensor to the back of the upper arm. If placed in other
areas, the Sensor may not function properly.
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Select an appropriate Sensor site to help the Sensor stay attached
to the body and prevent discomfort or skin irritation. Avoid areas
with scars, moles, stretch marks, or lumps. Select an area of skin
that generally stays flat during normal daily activities (no bending
or folding). Choose a site that is at least 1 inch away from an insulin
injection site.
When is Sensor Glucose different from Blood Glucose:
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Physiological differences between the interstitial fluid and capillary
blood may result in differences in glucose readings between the
System and results from a fingerstick test using a blood glucose meter.
Differences in glucose readings between interstitial fluid and capillary
blood may be observed during times of rapid change in blood
glucose, such as after eating, dosing insulin, or exercising.
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What to know about X-Rays:
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The Sensor should be removed prior to exposing it to an X-ray
machine. The effect of X-rays on the performance of the System
has not been evaluated. The exposure may damage the Sensor and
may impact proper function of the device to detect trends and track
patterns in glucose values during the wear period.
When to remove the Sensor:
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If the Sensor is becoming loose or if the Sensor tip is coming out of
your skin, you may get no readings or unreliable readings, which may
not match how you feel. Check to make sure your Sensor has not come
loose. If it has come loose, remove it, apply a new one, and contact
Customer Service.
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If you believe your glucose readings are not correct or are inconsistent
with how you feel, perform a blood glucose test on your finger to
confirm your glucose. If the problem continues, remove the current
Sensor, apply a new one, and contact Customer Service. Customer
Service is available at 1-855-632-8658 7 Days a Week from 8AM to 8PM
Eastern Standard Time.
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