Collecting Blood Samples - Fora MD Control Operator's Manual

 After the blood is applied to the test strip and the count down
begins, do not remove the test strip.
 Use a new test strip for a new test.
 Read instructions before using test strips. Please refer to the strip
manual included in the kit.
 Only an auto-disabling, single use lancing device should be used.
Please refer to the following practice guidelines for more information
about the correct procedure:
Biosafety in Microbiological and Biomedical Laboratories (BMBL)
found at http://www.cdc.gov/biosafety/publications/bmbl5/
"Protection of Laboratory Workers From Occupationally Acquired
Infections; Approved Guideline-Third Edition" Clinical and Laboratory
Standards Institute (CLSI) M29-A3.

Collecting Blood Samples

WARNING:
To reduce the chance of infection:
 Never share a lancet or the lancing device.
 Only auto-disabling, single use lancing devices can be used with this
device.
 Avoid getting hand lotion, oils, dirt or debris in or on the lancets and the
lancing device.
How to Obtain a Blood Sample:
 Use fresh whole blood samples only.
 Make sure the puncture site is dry.
 Collect the blood with a lancing device and
proper techniques.
 Face the test strip up and insert it carefully with
the contact bar end.
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