Glucose Warnings; Obtaining Blood Samples; How To Lance - Zoetis AlphaTrack3 User Manual

Meter Set Up (continued)

Glucose Warnings

Note: Glucose warnings can help you easily evaluate a pet's glucose readings,
whether they are too high or too low. Glucose warning setting will apply for all species.
Hematocrit warning is "OFF" by default.
High Glucose values
(22.5 mmol/L). You can change the value in steps of 10 mg/dL (0.5 mmol/L).
1. Press "c" to turn the High Glucose warning "ON" or "OFF" then press "m" to save.
2. Press "c" to set the High Glucose value, then press "m" to save.
Note: The Hyperglycemia (High Glucose) warning is "OFF" by default and preset to
250 mg/dL (14.0 mmol/L).
Low Glucose values
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(5.4mmol/L). You can change the value in steps of 5 mg/dL (0.2 mmol/L).
1. Press "c" to turn the Low Glucose warning "ON" or "OFF" then press "m" to save.
2. Press "c" to set the Low Glucose value then press "m" to save.
Note: The Hypoglycemia (Low Glucose) warning is "ON" by default and preset to 65
mg/dL (3.6 mmol/L).
Note: Hematocrit (Hct) warning is "OFF" by default.
Press "c" to turn the Hct warning "ON" or "OFF" then press "m" to save.
Press and hold "m" for 3 seconds until the meter turns off.
Bluetooth® and Glucose Warning set up is now complete.
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can be set between 140 mg/dL (7.5 mmol/L) and 400 mg/dL
can be set between 45 mg/dL (2.4 mmol/L) and 95 mg/dL

Obtaining Blood Samples

How to Lance

Select a test site
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There are many sites to obtain
Use the AlphaTrak 3 lancet to obtain blood samples
capillary blood samples.
Consult a veterinarian/veterinary surgeon for recommended
See illustrations below.
sampling methods and instructions
Marginal ear vein Paw pad
(cats and dogs) (cats and dogs)
Warming the area will help increase blood flow. Gently rub or apply a warm (not hot) cloth to the test site.
If using a wet cloth, place the cloth inside a plastic bag to avoid diluting the blood sample.
Wash your hands and the test site with soap and warm water to ensure accurate
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results. Thoroughly dry your hands and the test site.
C AU TI O N
Animal blood is a potential source of zoonotic diseases. We recommend wearing personal protective equipment when handling
animal blood. Be sure to follow local occupational health and safety regulations.
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Leg callus Inner lip
(usually dogs) (dogs only)
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